What is the primary function of the hematopoietic growth factor, thrombopoietin, in the process of hematopoiesis?

A Stimulation of erythropoiesis
B Regulation of megakaryopoiesis ✓
C Induction of apoptosis in immature hematopoietic cells
D Inhibition of granulopoiesis

Explanation

Thrombopoietin is a hematopoietic growth factor that plays a crucial role in the regulation of megakaryopoiesis, which is the process of platelet production.

Source

Robbins and Cotran's Pathologic Basis of Disease
Hematology Hematology: Hematopoiesis Hematology: Hematopoiesis Medium MEDICAL Confidence: high