Hematopoietic

What does "Hematopoietic" mean in a report or doctor's letter? In our medical dictionary, you will find a patient-friendly explanation of the meaning of this medical term.

Explanation

"Hematopoietic" refers to the process of creating new blood cells in the body. This process happens in the bone marrow, the soft, spongy tissue inside most of our bones. The new blood cells include red blood cells, which carry oxygen, white blood cells, which fight infections, and platelets, which help the blood to clot. So, when something is described as "hematopoietic", it is involved in making new blood cells.

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