Hematopoiesis Is the ______

question 46

Multiple Choice

Hematopoiesis is the ______.

• A) migration of white blood cells from the blood out to the tissues
• B) loss of blood due to hemorrhaging
• C) plugging of broken vessels to stop bleeding
• D) production of only red blood cells
• E) production of white blood cells, red blood cells, and platelets

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Definitions:

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