Important Notice: Our web hosting provider recently started charging us for additional visits, which was unexpected. In response, we're seeking donations. Depending on the situation, we may explore different monetization options for our Community and Expert Contributors. It's crucial to provide more returns for their expertise and offer more Expert Validated Answers or AI Validated Answers. Learn more about our hosting issue here.

How is cloning related to somatic cell nuclear transfer?

April 26, 2017CELL cloning nuclear somatic transfer

0

Posted

How is cloning related to somatic cell nuclear transfer?

1 Answer

0

Posted

Somatic cell nuclear transfer (SCNT) is the technique by which cloning is accomplished. It involves introducing the nuclear material of a human somatic cell (donor) into an oocyte (egg cell) whose own nucleus has been removed or inactivated, and then stimulating this new entity to begin dividing and growing, yielding a cloned embryo.