hematopoeisis

(noun)

A biological process in which new blood cells are formed from hematopoietic stem cells (HSCs) within the marrow. All cellular blood components are derived from HSCs.

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Examples of hematopoeisis in the following topics:

  • Overview of the Musculoskeletal System

    • The red marrow of some bones is an important site for hematopoeisis or blood cell production that replaces cells that have been destroyed by the liver.