Endothelial progenitor cellsEndothelial progenitor cells (EPCs) are circulating cells th... (EPCs) are circulating cells that can differentiate into endothelial cells and contribute to the formation of new blood vessels.
Why this matters
EPCs are being studied for their role in repairing damaged blood vessels in heart disease and stroke recovery.
LINK: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Endothelial_progenitor_cell