Henrietta's cells have been instrumental in medical breakthroughs from "summary" of The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks by Rebecca Skloot,Gregory Mone
Henrietta Lacks, a poor African American woman from Baltimore, unknowingly made a significant contribution to the field of medical research. In 1951, Henrietta sought treatment at Johns Hopkins Hospital for a painful lump on her cervix. During her examination, a sample of her cancerous cells was taken without her knowledge or consent. These cells, known as HeLa cells, would go on to become one of the most important tools in biomedical research.
Unlike other cells at the time, Henrietta's cells were able to divide and multiply indefinitely, making them invaluable for studying diseases and developing treatments. Scientists were able to grow large quantities of these cells in culture, allowing for experiments that were previously impossible. HeLa cells have been used in countless studies, leading to breakthroughs in areas such as cancer research, virology, genetics, and drug development.
The impact of Henrietta's cells on medical science cannot be overstated. They have been crucial in developing vaccines for diseases like polio, studying the effects of radiat...
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