Secrets of a Mysterious Disease Unlocked by Lab-Grown “Mini-Kidneys” - SciTechDaily

Scientists have solved a medical mystery in a rare, poorly understood disease by uncovering which cells cause tumors in patients with tuberous sclerosis complex (TSC). They did this by creating genetically engineered kidney organoids, or “mini-kidneys” grown …

Microscope image of genetically engineered kidney organoids were used to solve a medical mystery about tuberous sclerosis complex. Credit: Cell Research Scientists have solved a medical mystery in a… [+3169 chars]

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