One of three types of cells found in the blood. They help fight infection. Types of white blood cells include neutrophils, lymphocytes and monocytes. Also called leucocytes….

The soft, spongy material inside bones. Bone marrow contains stem cells that produce red blood cells, white blood cells and platelets.

One of three types of cells found in the blood. They carry oxygen around the body. Also called erythrocytes….

Transferring donated or stored blood and blood products into the circulatory system.

Cells that line parts of the urinary tract, such as where the kidney joins the ureter, in the ureter itself, in the bladder and in some parts of the urethra. This forms a watertight lining. Also called transitional cells….

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A protein that helps increase the bone marrow production of certain white blood cells called neutrophils, which fight infection.

A test that checks stools for microscopic traces of blood.

Cells that produce eggs in females and sperm in males. Germ cell cancers can occur in the ovaries or testicles.

Ovarian cells that release the female hormones….