What is the role of the aryl hydrocarbon receptor (AhR) in the regulation of hematopoiesis?
A
It promotes the self-renewal of hematopoietic stem cells
B
It inhibits the differentiation of hematopoietic stem cells into mature cells
C
It regulates the expression of genes involved in the immune response
D
It modulates the balance between myeloid and lymphoid lineage commitment
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Explanation
The AhR has been shown to modulate the balance between myeloid and lymphoid lineage commitment, highlighting its importance in regulating hematopoiesis.
Hematology
Hematology: Hematopoiesis
Hematology: Hematopoiesis
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MEDICAL
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