ESC cells are embryonic stem cells found in the early stages of embryo development. More specifically, ESCs reside in the inner cell mass of the human blastocyst between the 4th and 7th day after fertilization. After the 7th day, they differentiate into the three primary embryonic tissue layers.
| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| Definition | Embryonic Stem Cell |
| Location | Inner cell mass of the human blastocyst |
| Timeframe | Days 4-7 post-fertilization |
| Fate | Differentiate into the three embryonic tissue layers after day 7 |
| Significance | Play a crucial role in early embryonic development and have potential use in regenerative medicine. |
