Answer to Question #146671 in Human Anatomy and Physiology for Yabor

Question

Briefly explain formation and maturation of blood cells from stem cells. (erythropoeisis is not required here.

Answer 1

Specifically, erythropoiesis is the process by which red blood cells (erythrocytes) are produced. Erythrocytes arise from a complex line of cells, and their rate of production is tightly regulated to ensure adequate but not excessive numbers of red blood cells are produced.