Which blood component is responsible for the regulation of angiogenesis, the formation of new blood vessels?

A Erythrocytes
B Lymphocytes
C Monocytes ✓
D Megakaryocytes

Explanation

Monocytes and their mature form, macrophages, play a crucial role in regulating angiogenesis by producing pro-angiogenic factors such as vascular endothelial growth factor (VEGF).

Source

Alberts et al. Molecular Biology of the Cell
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