What is the correct sequence for the development of red blood cells?

The correct sequence for the development of red blood cells begins with the hemocytoblast, a type of multipotent stem cell found in the bone marrow. This stem cell can differentiate into various blood cells, including erythrocytes.

Next, as the hemocytoblast differentiates, it becomes an erythroblast. At this stage, the cell is actively synthesizing hemoglobin and beginning the process of maturation. The erythroblast eventually undergoes a series of changes, including the loss of its nucleus and other organelles, leading to the formation of a mature erythrocyte, or red blood cell.

This sequence highlights the progression from a stem cell capable of becoming any blood cell to a specialized cell responsible for transporting oxygen and carbon dioxide in the body. Each stage is critical for the effective formation and function of red blood cells.