Which of the following stages of hematopoiesis is characterized by the expression of CD34 and CD117 markers?

A Progenitor cell stage
B Stem cell stage ✓
C Differentiation stage
D Maturation stage

Explanation

The stem cell stage of hematopoiesis is characterized by the expression of CD34 and CD117 markers, which are used to identify and isolate hematopoietic stem cells.

Mnemonic

CD = Cell Discovery

Source

Hematology: Clinical Principles and Applications
Hematology Hematology: Hematopoiesis Hematology: Hematopoiesis Medium MEDICAL Confidence: high