CD44 and androgenetic alopecia: Through this procedure, the researchers were able to successfully count cells and identify CD44 + HF-derived MSCs and CD200 + HF-derived epithelial stem cells, as reported in a previous study.78 Micrografting should be considered for patients with early-to-moderate stages of androgenetic alopecia who are seeking nonsurgical options to improve hair density, especially when combined with other treatments such as platelet-rich plasma.