Hematoplastic

/ˌhɛmətəˈplæstɪk/ adjective

Definition

Relating to the formation or development of blood cells; having the capacity to form or produce blood.

Etymology

From Greek 'haima' (blood) + 'plastos' (formed) + '-ic' (relating to). This adjective describes tissues or organs with blood-forming capability.

Kelly Says

Your bone marrow is hematoplastic tissue—it's essentially a factory where billions of new blood cells are manufactured every single day, replacing old ones at an astounding rate!

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