What Is Leukopoiesis and Also Explain Its Types?

Leukopoiesis is a form of hematopoiesis in which white blood cells (WBC, or leukocytes) are formed in bone marrow located in bones in adults and hematopoietic organs in the fetus.

What are the types of leukopoiesis?

The two major forms of leukopoiesis are myelopoiesis and lymphopoiesis. Myelopoiesis generates cells of the innate immune system, whereas lymphopoiesis gives rise to the cells of the adaptive immune system.

What are leukocytes and its types?

Leukocytes are part of the body's immune system. They help the body fight infection and other diseases. Types of leukocytes are granulocytes (neutrophils, eosinophils, and basophils), monocytes, and lymphocytes (T cells and B cells).