In cases when the bone marrow is compromised, hematopoiesis can resume in other organs. What is this phenomenon called, and what organs have this ability?
A) Hematopoiesis; lymph node and spleen
B) Extramedullary hematopoiesis; liver and spleen
C) Nuclear asynchrony; thymus and spleen
D) Diapedesis; blood vessels and brain

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Extramedullary hematopoiesis refers to the process where hematopoiesis occurs outside of the bone marrow, typically in the liver and spleen, especially under conditions where the bone marrow is not functioning properly.

In Cases When the Bone Marrow Is Compromised, Hematopoiesis Can