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What is the process of proliferation, differentiation, and mature blood cell release called?
What is the process of proliferation, differentiation, and mature blood cell release called?
- Leucopoiesis
- Thrombopoiesis
- Haemopoiesis (correct)
- Erythropoiesis
During which stage of life does hemopoiesis occur in the liver and spleen?
During which stage of life does hemopoiesis occur in the liver and spleen?
- 2-7 m (correct)
- Fetus 0-2 m
- Infant
- 5-9 m
In adults, where does hemopoiesis mainly occur?
In adults, where does hemopoiesis mainly occur?
- Axial skeleton and proximal end of long bones (correct)
- Liver
- Yolk sac
- All bones
Which type of cells are able to give rise to all blood cell lines and have the ability for self-renewal?
Which type of cells are able to give rise to all blood cell lines and have the ability for self-renewal?
Which type of anemia is characterized by a deficiency in iron metabolism?
Which type of anemia is characterized by a deficiency in iron metabolism?
What factor is required for stem cells to work effectively in the process of hemopoiesis?
What factor is required for stem cells to work effectively in the process of hemopoiesis?
What is the main difference between red marrow and yellow marrow in the bone marrow?
What is the main difference between red marrow and yellow marrow in the bone marrow?
What event triggers the secretion of Erythropoietin (Epo) in the body?
What event triggers the secretion of Erythropoietin (Epo) in the body?
What is the normal range of reticulocytes in the peripheral blood?
What is the normal range of reticulocytes in the peripheral blood?
What is the lifespan of mature red blood cells (RBCs)?
What is the lifespan of mature red blood cells (RBCs)?
Which hormone suppresses erythropoiesis?
Which hormone suppresses erythropoiesis?
In which conditions does extramedullary hemopoiesis occur?
In which conditions does extramedullary hemopoiesis occur?
What is the process that results in the formation of non-nucleated red cells with diffusely basophilic cytoplasm, which are slightly larger than mature RBCs?
What is the process that results in the formation of non-nucleated red cells with diffusely basophilic cytoplasm, which are slightly larger than mature RBCs?
