Hematopoietically

/ˌhɛmətəpɔɪˈɛtɪkli/ adverb

Definition

In a manner relating to or concerning the formation and development of blood cells.

Etymology

From the adjective 'hematopoietic' with the adverbial suffix '-ly' added. This technical adverb appears in medical and scientific literature to modify verbs or other adjectives.

Kelly Says

Scientists might say a drug works 'hematopoietically' to clarify they mean it specifically supports blood cell production, not some other body function!

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