Hematopoietic (Adjective)
Meaning
Pertaining to the formation of blood or blood cells; "hemopoietic stem cells in bone marrow".
Classification
Relational adjectives (pertainyms).
Examples
- Hematopoietic stem cells in the bone marrow give rise to all blood cell types, including red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets.
- The hematopoietic system is a complex network of cells, tissues, and organs that work together to produce blood cells.
- Research has shown that hematopoietic stem cells have the ability to differentiate into multiple cell types, making them a promising area of study for regenerative medicine.
- Hematopoietic progenitor cells are cells that are committed to differentiating into specific types of blood cells, such as red blood cells or platelets.
- The bone marrow's hematopoietic microenvironment provides the necessary support and nutrients for the production and maturation of blood cells.