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Written question asked by Lord Alton of Liverpool (Crossbench), in the House of Lords. It was answered by Baroness Thornton (Labour) on Tuesday, 6 April 2010.


Health: Diabetes

Question
To ask Her Majesty's Government whether insulin-dependent diabetes has been successfully treated in any species by nuclear transfer; and, if so, how.
Answer

The Government are not aware of insulin-dependent (or type 1) diabetes having been successfully treated in any species by nuclear transfer. This Government will continue to support all types of stem cell research to maximise the possibility of developing new treatments for unmet medical needs, such as type 1 diabetes.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
3060; 718 c406WA
Session
2009-10
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Subjects
Diabetes Medical treatments Stem cells
Link
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