Lifeline Cell Technology

Endothelial Cells and Peripheral Arterial Disease Endothelial cells comprise the innermost later of blood vessels, forming a barrier between the circulating blood and the tissues of the body. In particular, endothelial cells participate in extensive crosstalk with the blood to maintain vascular homeostasis. Endothelial cells are particularly important in cardiovascular diseases like atherosclerosis. Atherosclerosis occurs…

 The Female Reproductive System The female reproductive system produces the female gametes, or germ cells, called eggs. Once fertilized by a sperm cell, the male gamete, the resultant zygote develops into a fetus during gestation. Human females are born with their lifetime supply of eggs, which are housed in the two ovaries. Once per month,…

Bladder Anatomy and Function The bladder is responsible for collecting and storing the urine produced by the kidneys until it is voided from the body during urination. The inner epithelial layer of the bladder is called the urothelium and is a type of stratified epithelium that contracts and expands with the organ. The bladder wall…

The prostate is a walnut-shaped male organ responsible for secreting prostatic fluid, which is an important component of seminal fluid. This year, the American Cancer Society estimates that 31,620 men will die from prostate cancer and approximately 171,650 new cases will be diagnosed. Cancer screening is a critical part of early detection; generally, the earlier…