26 Questions
Where does hematopoiesis occur in adults?
Marrow of flat bones and others
What stimulates blood vessel production during hematopoiesis?
Vascular endothelial growth factor
Which cell line gives rise to RBCs, granular leukocytes, monocytes, neutrophils, eosinophils, and platelets in red bone marrow?
Multipotential Hematopoietic stem cell
What is the immature red blood cell that leaves the bone marrow and enters the bloodstream?
Reticulocyte
In infants, where does hematopoiesis occur?
Marrow of all bones, lymph nodes
What is the protein that stimulates the production of blood vessels during hematopoiesis?
Vascular endothelial growth factor
What is the main function of granulocytes?
Engulf and eat bacteria
Which type of cells are important for allergic reactions and inflammation?
Mast Cells
What is the function of Neutrophils?
Move to site of infection and phagocytose bacteria/debris
Which cells are involved in cell-mediated immunity and recognizing antigen to destroy pathogens?
Lymphocytes
What is the primary function of Natural Killer Cells?
Recognize and kill abnormal cells
Which type of leukocyte is released by the bone marrow as monocytes?
Monocyte
Which leukocyte plays a key role in parasitic infections and allergic reactions?
Eosinophil
What is the main function of Mast Cells?
Secrete histamine and heparin
Where does hematopoiesis occur in infants?
Marrow of all bones and lymph nodes
What is the primary area for hematopoiesis in adults?
Marrow of flat bones and others
Which cell line gives rise to RBCs, granular leukocytes, monocytes, neutrophils, eosinophils, and platelets in red bone marrow?
Multipotential Hematopoietic stem cell
What is the process by which RBCs are produced?
Erythropoiesis
What stimulates blood vessel production during hematopoiesis?
Vascular endothelial growth factor
Where does erythrocyte maturation occur?
Bloodstream
What is the primary function of Eosinophils?
Play a key role in allergic reactions and parasitic infections
Which cells are involved in cell-mediated immunity and recognizing antigen to destroy pathogens?
Lymphocytes
What is the main function of Monocytes?
Engulf and eat bacteria
What stimulates the production of blood vessels during hematopoiesis?
Thromboplastin
What is the primary function of Mast Cells?
Release histamine and heparin
What is the immature red blood cell that leaves the bone marrow and enters the bloodstream?
Erythrocyte
Test your knowledge on the production and distribution of blood cells and cellular components during different stages of development. Learn about the locations and factors involved in hematopoiesis.
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