MedicalTerminology DB

1 Definition of autologous bone marrow

Meaning of autologous bone marrow: In transplantation, refers to a person's own bone marrow.

In transplantation, refers to a person's own bone marrow. Bone marrow is the soft, sponge-like tissue in the center of most large bones that produces white blood cells, red blood cells, and platelets.

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