Versatility of megakaryocytes in homeostasis and disease
Megakaryocytes (MKs) constitute a small portion of bone marrow cells and are primarily responsible for producing platelets, which are essential for hemostasis and wound healing. Recent studies have revealed that MKs and platelets perform diverse functions in various physiological and pathological co...
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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Wolters Kluwer Health
2024-10-01
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| Series: | Blood Science |
| Online Access: | http://journals.lww.com/10.1097/BS9.0000000000000212 |
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| Summary: | Megakaryocytes (MKs) constitute a small portion of bone marrow cells and are primarily responsible for producing platelets, which are essential for hemostasis and wound healing. Recent studies have revealed that MKs and platelets perform diverse functions in various physiological and pathological contexts. This comprehensive review highlights the functional diversity of MKs beyond thrombopoiesis, including their roles in regulating hematopoietic stem cells, modulating immune responses, contributing to hematological malignancies, and influencing aging processes. |
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| ISSN: | 2543-6368 |