The iliac crest is the prominent bony structure on the upper lateral part of the pelvis. It’s a common site for various medical procedures, including bone marrow biopsies and harvesting of stem cells. The bone marrow, which is found within the cavities of certain bones, including the iliac crest, is a primary source of stem cells, especially hematopoietic stem cells …
Bone Marrow Function Aspiration Cell Transplants
Bone marrow is the central portion of bone responsible for the daily production of roughly 500 billion red blood cells. The bone marrow substance is a very spongy tissue inside the human bone. Bone marrow contains a rich reservoir of stem cells that play essential roles in the regeneration and maintenance of our blood and immune systems. Typically the adult …