myelogenic

/maɪəˈlɒdʒɛnɪk/

Definitions

1. adjective

Producing or relating to myeloid cells, especially in the early stages of embryonic development.

“The myelogenic process in the fetus was crucial for the formation of blood cells.”

2. noun

A cell or tissue that produces myeloid cells, especially in the bone marrow.

“The myelogenic cells in the marrow were responsible for producing platelets.”

Synonyms

  • hematopoietic
  • myeloid

Antonyms

  • lymphogenic