The organ that produces the enzyme renin is the: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The organ that produces the enzyme renin is the:
A. Pancreas
B. Stomach
C. Liver
D. Kidney
Answer: Option D
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Renin is released by juxtaglomerular cells of the kidney when blood pressure drops. It starts the renin-angiotensin-aldosterone system. Note: rennin (chymosin) is in the stomach for milk digestion.

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