myeloid

Myeloid is a term used in hematology to describe structures or cells associated with the bone marrow and the myeloid lineage of blood cell development. Myeloid stem cells are a major branch of blood-forming (hematopoietic) cells and give rise to several important blood cell types, including red blood cells (erythrocytes), platelets (from megakaryocytes), granulocytes such as neutrophils, eosinophils, and basophils, and monocytes. Myeloid cells play important roles in oxygen transport, blood clotting, immune defense, and inflammation. Disorders involving abnormal development or uncontrolled growth of myeloid cells include conditions such as acute myeloid leukemia (AML), chronic myeloid leukemia (CML), and other myeloid neoplasms.

Myeloid describes blood cells that come from a specific group of cells in the bone marrow. These cells develop into red blood cells, platelets, and several types of immune cells that help protect the body.

• Refers to cells and tissues related to bone marrow and blood cell production • Part of the hematopoietic (blood-forming) system • Myeloid stem cells develop into several important blood cells • Produces red blood cells, platelets, granulocytes, and monocytes • Myeloid cells help with oxygen transport, clotting, immunity, and inflammation • Different from lymphoid cells, which mainly develop into lymphocytes • Related disorders include acute myeloid leukemia (AML) and chronic myeloid leukemia (CML)