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Erythropoietin is produced by

A
Thymus
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B
Pituitary
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C
Heart
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D
Kidney
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Solution

The correct option is C Kidney
A. Thymus secretes thymosins.
B. Pituitary secretes thyroid stimulating hormone (TSH), adenocorticotropin hormone (ACTH), growth hormone (GH), follicle stimulating hormone (FSH), luteinizing hormone (LH) and melanocyte stimulating hormone (MSH).
C. Heart secretes atrial natriuretic factor (ANF).
D. Kidney secretes erythropoietin (EPO) and renin.
So, the correct answer is 'Kidney'.

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