Which of the following cell populations in our body has the highest mitotic index?
A) Neurons
B) Hepatocytes
C) Red blood cells
D) Fibroblasts
E) Skeletal myocytes

Name: Which of the following cell populations in our body has the highest mitotic index? A) Neurons B) Hepatocytes C) Red blood cells D) Fibroblasts E) Skeletal myocytes
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Since they spend less time than the other cells in G₁, fibroblasts have a high mitotic index. Note that not all cells with a rapid turnover have a high mitotic index.

Which of the Following Cell Populations in Our Body Has