M Hematopoiesis
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What is the cell that transforms into macrophages after entering the connective tissue spaces of the body?

  • Myeloblast
  • Lymphoblast
  • Monoblast
  • Promonocyte (correct)
  • Which cell type is responsible for producing more than 10 billion monocytes every day in the average adult?

  • Neutrophils
  • Macrophages (correct)
  • Basophils
  • Eosinophils
  • Where do B lymphocytes primarily differentiate into mature cells?

  • Bone marrow (correct)
  • Spleen
  • Lymph nodes
  • Thymus
  • What type of leukemia occurs in bone marrow and leads to a release of large numbers of immature cells into the blood?

    <p>Myelogenous leukemia</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which condition does the marrow become nearly 100% cellular and can result in peripheral cytopenias?

    <p>Leukemia</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the origin of platelets in adults?

    <p>Red bone marrow</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the process by which platelets are formed from mature megakaryocytes?

    <p>Fragmentation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How do erythrocytes enter the sinusoid in red bone marrow?

    <p>By pressure gradient</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of cells have the potential for further division after entering the bloodstream?

    <p>Monocytes/macrophages</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the best example of a condition resulting in highly cellular marrow and peripheral cytopenias?

    <p>Leukemia</p> Signup and view all the answers

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