Bone marrow is the tissue contained within the hollow cavity of long bones such as the femur and humerus. It is the primary site for production of blood cells. Many diseases can affect the bone marrow and impair its ability to make the appropriate cells, namely red blood cells, platelets (which stop bleeding) and neutrophils (which fight infection). This can lead to anaemia, bleeding and infections.
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