摘要 |
A method is provided for enhancing hematopoiesis. The method includes transplanting at least a therapeutically effective portion of an isolated vascular tissue into a subject, wherein the vascular tissue enhances hematopoiesis. A method is also provided for detecting an agent that affects hematopoiesis. The method includes transplanting a portion of an isolated vascular tissue into a subject, wherein the portion of the isolated vascular tissue is sufficient to enhance hematopoiesis. The vascular tissue is treate d with an agent, and hematopoiesis is detected in the subject. Hematopoiesis i n the subject is compared with hematopoietic in a control. A change in hematopoiesis in the subject as compared to the control indicatives that the agent affects hematopoiesis. A method is provided for isolating a hematopoiesis growth factor using the method of the invention. In addition, a method is provided for isolating a hematopoietic stem cell using the method of the invention. Pharmaceutical compositions and kits for promoting hematopoiesis are also disclosed. In addition, a non-human animal model is also disclosed for testing agents that affect hematopoiesis. The model syste m is a non-human animal deficient for hematopoiesis transplanted with an isolated portion of a vascular tissue, wherein the portion of the vascular tissue is sufficient to promote hematopoiesis.
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