The Hormone Erythropoietin is Produced and Secreted by the ________

Question

The hormone erythropoietin is produced and secreted by the ________ during hypoxic conditions.
A) kidneys and liver
B) spleen and liver
C) bone marrow and spleen
D) thymus and liver
E) brain and spleen

Accepted Answer

Erythropoietin is primarily produced and secreted by the kidneys in response to hypoxia (low oxygen levels). However, a small amount of erythropoietin is also produced by the liver in fetal life, and to a lesser extent, in adults.