In Adults, Erythropoiesis Exclusively Takes Place In

Question

In adults, erythropoiesis exclusively takes place in
A) the liver.
B) yellow bone marrow.
C) red bone marrow.
D) the spleen.
E) lymphoid tissue.

Accepted Answer

In adults, erythropoiesis exclusively takes place in red bone marrow. Yellow bone marrow is mostly comprised of adipose tissue, the liver plays a role in the breakdown of old red blood cells, the spleen also plays a role in the breakdown of old red blood cells as well as immune function, and lymphoid tissue is involved in immunity.