The organ that produces the hormone thrombopoietin is the: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The organ that produces the hormone thrombopoietin is the:
A. Bone marrow
B. Liver
C. Spleen
D. Kidney
Answer: Option B
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Thrombopoietin, which stimulates platelet production, is primarily produced by the liver and to some extent by the kidney. Erythropoietin is mainly from kidneys.

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