GENERAL HISTOLOGY

Detailed explanation-1: -Hematopoiesis – the formation of blood cellular components – occurs during embryonic development and throughout adulthood to produce and replenish the blood system. Studying hematopoiesis can help scientists and clinicians to understand better the processes behind blood disorders and cancers.

Detailed explanation-2: -The hematopoietic system consists of organs and tissues, primarily the bone marrow, spleen, tonsils, and lymph nodes involved in the production of blood (Mosby Company, 2016). Blood is composed of the liquid component of plasma, and the solid components, which are mainly erythrocytes, leukocytes, and thrombocytes.

Detailed explanation-3: -In adults, hematopoiesis of red blood cells and platelets occurs primarily in the bone marrow. In infants and children, it may also continue in the spleen and liver. The lymph system, particularly the spleen, lymph nodes, and thymus, produces a type of white blood cell called lymphocytes.