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Which organ is responsible for the secretion of the erythropoietin hormone?
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Options:
  • A Heart
  • B Kidney
  • C Spleen
  • D Anterior pituitary
Solution:
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The correct answer is: Kidney
Erythropoietin is a peptide hormone produced by the JG (Juxtaglomerular) cells in the kidney. It stimulates the formation of RBC (erythropoiesis).

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