Erythropoiesis Flashcards
1
Q
What is the site of erythropoiesis at 1-2 month gestation?
A
Yolk sac and AGM region
2
Q
What is the site of erythropoiesis at 3-6 month gestation?
A
Liver (primary site) and spleen
3
Q
What is the site of erythropoiesis at 7 month gestation until 4 years?
A
Bone marrow- but all marrow in the body is active sites for erythropoiesis
4
Q
What is the site of erythropoiesis for an adult?
A
Bone marrow, but the only active sites are pelvis, vertebrae, ribs, sternum, skull. Fatty marrow can be reactivated to compensate as well as the liver and spleen
