Podiatry and Medical - Set 1

Category - Podiatry Part I

Which of the following organs releases erythropoietin?
  1. Pancreas
  2. Brain
  3. Liver
  4. Kidneys
Explanation
Answer - D - Kidneys are the organs that release erythropoietin. Erythropoietin is released primarily in the kidneys, rather than the bone marrow, making it distinct among hematopoietic growth factors. Erythropoietin promotes the formation of red blood cells in the bone marrow.
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