Blood-Borne Platelets Are Derived from Which Type of Bone Marrow

question 4

Multiple Choice

Blood-borne platelets are derived from which type of bone marrow cell?

• A) Eosinophilic myelocytes
• B) Macrophages
• C) Megakaryocytes
• D) Normoblasts
• E) Polychromatophilic erythroblasts

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Definitions:

Insulin

A pancreatic hormone responsible for managing glucose levels in the blood by aiding its absorption into body tissues.

ADH

Antidiuretic Hormone, a hormone secreted by the pituitary gland that regulates the balance of water in the body by reducing the amount of water excreted in the urine.

Addison Disease

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Aldosterone

A hormone produced by the adrenal glands that helps regulate blood pressure by controlling sodium and water balance in the body.