Hemopoiesis
Hemopoiesis
Hemopoiesis (pronounced: hee-moh-poy-EE-sis), also known as hematopoiesis or haematopoiesis, is the process by which the body's blood cells are produced. This process takes place in the bone marrow, a soft, spongy tissue found in the center of bones. The term "hemopoiesis" is derived from the Greek words "haima" meaning "blood" and "poiesis" meaning "to make".
Etymology
The term "hemopoiesis" is derived from the Greek words "haima" meaning "blood" and "poiesis" meaning "to make". The term was first used in the late 19th century to describe the process of blood cell formation.
Process
Hemopoiesis involves the production of all types of blood cells including erythrocytes (red blood cells), leukocytes (white blood cells), and thrombocytes (platelets). This process is regulated by various growth factors and cytokines.
Related Terms
- Erythropoiesis: The process of producing erythrocytes or red blood cells.
- Leukopoiesis: The process of producing leukocytes or white blood cells.
- Thrombopoiesis: The process of producing thrombocytes or platelets.
- Myelopoiesis: The process of producing cells in the bone marrow.
- Lymphopoiesis: The process of producing lymphocytes, a type of white blood cell.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Hemopoiesis
- Wikipedia's article - Hemopoiesis
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