Hematopoietic

/ˌhɛmətəpɔɪˈɛtɪk/ adjective

Definition

Relating to or promoting the formation and development of blood cells in the bone marrow.

Etymology

From Greek 'haima' (blood) + 'poiesis' (making, production) + '-ic' (relating to). This became the standard medical adjective form in modern hematology.

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