Cytokines that affect hematopoiesis in bone marrow are called colony-stimulating factors (CSFs) based on their ability to:

A) Support lymphocytes
B) Differentiate red cells
C) Regulate blood cells
D) Stimulate lymphocytes


Ans: C
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CSFs stimulate and regulate the growth of hematopoietic cell colonies from bone marrow precursors. Interleukins support the development of lymphocytes. CSFs do not have a role in differentiation. Lymphocyte stimulation occurs in the lymphoid tissues.

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