Which term means "formation of red (cells)"?

a. erythropoiesis
b. hematopoiesis
c. leukopoiesis
d. thrombopoiesis


a
Explanation:
a. erythropoiesis: correct
b. hematopoiesis: means "formation of blood"
c. leukopoiesis: means "formation of white cells"
d. thrombopoiesis: means "formation of clots"

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