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How far away are 3d printed kidneys?
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Likely forever: Although there is some interesting research going on using stem cells to grow body parts, there will not be a 3d printer that can build a kidney.
Answered 7/26/2013
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3D kidneys?: 3d kidneys are just not going to work. Stem cell are probably a better option to make kidneys.
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