Which of the following growth factors is essential for the development of megakaryocytes?

A Erythropoietin (EPO)
B Granulocyte-colony stimulating factor (G-CSF)
C Thrombopoietin (TPO) ✓
D Interleukin-3 (IL-3)

Explanation

Thrombopoietin (TPO) is a growth factor that regulates the development and maturation of megakaryocytes, which are the bone marrow cells responsible for producing platelets.

Source

Kaushansky et al. (1995) New England Journal of Medicine
Hematology Hematology: Hematopoiesis Hematology: Hematopoiesis Easy MEDICAL Confidence: high