bone marrow

• Tecido mole e esponjoso encontrado no interior dos ossos, responsável pela produção de células sanguíneas e pelo armazenamento de gordura. Também é usado em contextos médicos, como no transplante de medula óssea.

The soft, spongy tissue found inside bones, responsible for producing blood cells and storing fat. It is also used in medical contexts, such as bone marrow transplants.

1. Soft tissue inside bonesB2formal

   The soft, spongy tissue found in the center of most bones, responsible for producing blood cells.

   Medula óssea

   • Bone marrow produces red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets.
   • The patient needed a bone marrow transplant to treat leukemia.
   • Doctors extracted a sample of bone marrow for testing.

2. Edible substance from bonesB2informal

   The fatty, flavorful substance inside animal bones, often used in cooking or eaten as a delicacy.

   tutano

   • He spread roasted bone marrow on toast for a rich appetizer.
   • The chef used bone marrow to add depth to the sauce.
   • Bone marrow is a key ingredient in traditional broths.