What Are Two Functions of Bone Marrow Stromal Cells with Respect

question 9

Multiple Choice

What are two functions of bone marrow stromal cells with respect to B-cell development?

• A)Cytokine expression traps developing B cells in a specific location
• B)Recruits macrophages to phagocytize self-recognizing B cells and decreases HSC when no active infection is present
• C)Secretes release factors that direct the B cell to the spleen and expresses necessary cytokines
• D)Traps developing B cells in a specific location and recruits red blood cells to bring oxygen to developing B cells
• E)Triggers HSCs to produce more pro-B cells and secretes cytokines to stimulate osteoblast development

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