Hematopoietic

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Hematopoietic

Hematopoietic (pronunciation: hee-muh-toh-poy-et-ik) is a term used in the field of medicine and biology to describe the process of blood cell formation. The term is derived from the Greek words 'haima' meaning 'blood' and 'poiesis' meaning 'to make'.

Etymology

The term 'Hematopoietic' is derived from the Greek words 'haima' meaning 'blood' and 'poiesis' meaning 'to make'. It is used to describe the process by which the body produces blood cells.

Definition

Hematopoiesis is the process by which the body produces all types of blood cells including erythrocytes (red blood cells), leukocytes (white blood cells), and thrombocytes (platelets). This process takes place in the bone marrow, the soft, spongy tissue found in the center of bones.

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