Which of the following is a characteristic of hematopoietic stem cells in the fetal liver during embryonic development?

A They have a higher self-renewal capacity compared to adult hematopoietic stem cells ✓
B They are more prone to differentiation into myeloid lineages
C They exhibit a higher expression of lymphoid-specific genes
D They have a unique dependency on fetal liver-specific growth factors

Explanation

Hematopoietic stem cells in the fetal liver during embryonic development have a higher self-renewal capacity compared to adult hematopoietic stem cells, allowing for the rapid expansion of the hematopoietic system.

Source

Nature journal
Hematology Hematology: Hematopoiesis Hematology: Hematopoiesis Hard MEDICAL Confidence: medium