psc

PSC is an acronym that can refer to several terms across different fields. Notable uses include a government civil service body, a medical liver disease, and certain cell types in biology.

The Public Service Commission (PSC) is a government or constitutional body responsible for the recruitment, examination, and management of the civil service. Services often include recruitment exams, promotions, transfers, and disciplinary oversight. The exact mandate and powers vary by country or jurisdiction, but PSCs typically aim to ensure merit-based appointments and proper administration of public personnel policies.

Primary Sclerosing Cholangitis (PSC) is a long-term liver disease characterized by inflammation, scarring, and destruction of the bile ducts, which can lead to liver failure. It is often associated with inflammatory bowel disease. Symptoms may include fatigue, jaundice, and abdominal pain. Diagnosis involves liver function tests, imaging, and sometimes liver biopsy. Treatment focuses on symptom management, ursodeoxycholic acid, and, in advanced cases, liver transplantation.

Pluripotent stem cells (PSCs) are cells capable of differentiating into many, but not all, cell types. This group includes embryonic stem cells and induced pluripotent stem cells and is central to regenerative medicine and disease modeling. Research and clinical use involve ethical considerations and stringent controls.

Pancreatic stellate cells (PSCs) are specialized cells in the pancreas that produce extracellular matrix. When activated, they contribute to pancreatic fibrosis in chronic pancreatitis and pancreatic cancer. They play a role in tissue remodeling and inflammation.