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Which organ secretes the hormone erythropoietin (EPO)?
Which organ secretes the hormone erythropoietin (EPO)?
- Liver
- Pancreas
- Lungs
- Kidneys (correct)
What is the fuel for the production of red blood cells (RBC)?
What is the fuel for the production of red blood cells (RBC)?
- Folate
- Vitamin B12
- Iron (correct)
- Hemoglobin
Which of the following is NOT a requirement for normal red blood cell production?
Which of the following is NOT a requirement for normal red blood cell production?
- Adequate supply of vitamin B12 (correct)
- Adequate supply of iron
- Normal renal production of EPO
- Functioning bone marrow
Which type of anemia is characterized by a deficiency in iron?
Which type of anemia is characterized by a deficiency in iron?
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What is the main role of red blood cells (RBC)?
What is the main role of red blood cells (RBC)?
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