Which change in the hematologic system is associated with the aging process?
As we age, our body undergoes many changes, some more obvious than others. The hematopoietic system, responsible for blood cell production, also experiences shifts over time. One significant change in the hematologic system that is associated with the aging process is a gradual decline in the functional reserve of hematopoietic stem cells, leading to altered blood cell production and immune function.