Which of the Following is Caused by a Deficiency of Erythropoietin

Question

Which of the following is caused by a deficiency of erythropoietin?
A) Oliguria
B) Anemia
C) Albuminuria
D) Cystitis

Accepted Answer

Erythropoietin is a hormone produced by the kidneys that stimulates red blood cell production in the bone marrow. A deficiency of erythropoietin leads to a reduced number of red blood cells, which results in anemia. Oliguria refers to reduced urine output, albuminuria is the presence of albumin in the urine, and cystitis is inflammation of the bladder. None of these conditions are directly caused by a deficiency of erythropoietin.