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This is correct. Erythropoietin (EPO) is a glycoprotein hormone, naturally produced by the peritubular cells of the kidney. It stimulates red blood cell production. In chronic kidney disease, EPO deficiency contributes to anaemia.
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a
Erythropoietin
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This is incorrect. Thrombopoietin is released to stimulate and support platelet production.
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d
Thrombopoietin
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This is incorrect. PTH is released by the parathyroid glands and acts to increase blood calcium levels. PTH can stimulate haematopoietic cells through mechanisms that are not entirely understood. However, it is not the primary cause of anaemia in chronic kidney disease.
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e
Parathyroid hormone (PTH)
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This is incorrect. Aldosterone is a steroid hormone released by the adrenal glands as part of the renin-angiotensin system. Its main role is to reabsorb sodium and water in the kidneys to regulate blood pressure.
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c
Aldosterone
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This is incorrect. Insulin is released by the beta cells of the pancreas. Its function is to reduce blood glucose.
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b
Insulin
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Haematopoiesis
Topic
193
Haematological Science
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A 47 year old woman patient with chronic kidney disease presents to the renal clinic. She has been feeling extremely tired recently and becomes short of breath upon minimal exertion. She denies any changes to her diet and any blood loss. Blood tests show a low haemoglobin.

Which of the following hormones is normally produced by the kidney to stimulate the production of red blood cells?
a