PATHOLOGY

PATHOLOGY MCQ

HAEMOPOIETIC SYSTEM

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
The major production site of erythropoietin is
A
Endothelium
B
Liver
C
Muscle
D
Kidney
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Erythropoietin (EPO) is a glycoprotein hormone, naturally produced by the peritubular cells of the kidney, that stimulates red blood cell production. Renal cortex peritubular cells produce most EPO in the human body.

Detailed explanation-2: -Erythropoietin is a hormone that your kidneys naturally make to stimulate the production of red blood cells. High or low levels of erythropoietin can cause health problems. A healthcare provider can measure your erythropoietin levels with a blood test.

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