Yes, this is correct. We develop from a single cell, and many complex tissues ultimately derive from single cells. A single mammary stem cell can recapitulate t

Yes, this is correct. We develop from a single cell, and many complex tissues ultimately derive from single cells. A single mammary stem cell can recapitulate the entire breast tissue for example. Bone marrow stem cells are able to produce the entire complement of red and white blood cells. If you can edit these stem cells, you will make a big difference to the patient.