Hematopoiesis is the process of forming blood cells. Synonyms for hematopoiesis include hematopoietic development, blood cell generation, and blood cell production. Other synonyms include hematogenesis, hematopoeisis, and haematopoiesis. These interchangeable terms all describe the same biological process of creating and maturing blood cells, including red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets. While these synonyms may be more common in scientific or medical literature, they all represent the same important function of the human body in maintaining proper blood cell health and immune response. Whether referring to hematopoiesis, hematogenesis or any of these other synonyms, the process remains vital for human survival.