Retikulosyyttinen
Retikulosyyttinen, also known as reticulocyte, is a juvenile red blood cell that is newly released from the bone marrow into the bloodstream. These cells are characterized by the presence of residual ribosomal RNA, which can be identified through special staining techniques. Reticulocytes represent a vital stage in erythropoiesis, the process of red blood cell production, indicating the bone marrow's activity in response to the body's oxygen needs.
During erythropoiesis, stem cells in the bone marrow mature through several stages into fully developed erythrocytes.
Reticulocyte counts are clinically significant as they serve as an indicator of marrow erythropoietic activity. Elevated
Laboratory identification of reticulocytes involves staining techniques, such as supravital stains like new methylene blue, which
In summary, reticulocytes are immature red blood cells whose presence and quantity offer essential insights into