Which of the following cellular structures plays a crucial role in the regulation of hematopoietic stem cell quiescence and self-renewal?

A Golgi apparatus
B Mitochondria
C Primary cilium ✓
D Nucleus

Explanation

The primary cilium has been shown to play a role in regulating hematopoietic stem cell quiescence and self-renewal by sensing mechanical and chemical cues in the bone marrow microenvironment.

Source

- Nature Reviews Molecular Cell Biology (2018)
Hematology Hematology: Hematopoiesis Hematology: Hematopoiesis Hard MEDICAL Confidence: medium