Erythropoiesis
Erythropoiesis is the process by which red blood cells, or erythrocytes, are created. It is a crucial process in the human body, as these cells are responsible for transporting oxygen to all the other cells of the body. Erythrocytes are created in the bone marrow, where they mature and are released into the circulatory system. Deficiencies in erythropoiesis can lead to anemia, a condition where the body does not produce enough oxygen-carrying red blood cells. Therefore, the proper functioning of erythropoiesis is important for overall health and well-being.
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1 journal(s) foundEvolving Stem Cell Research
ISSN: 2574-4372
Type: Open Access Journal
Editor: Rong Xu, Centre of Stem Cells Engineering and Technology
Key Lab for Animal Biotechnology of Ministry of Agriculture of China
Northwest A&F University
College of Veterinary Medicine
Stem cells have the remarkable potential to develop into many different cell types in the body during early life and growth. They serve as a sort of internal repair system, dividing essentially without limit to replenish other cells as long as the person or animal is still alive. It can divide and become another type of cell such as a muscle cell.