The organ that removes old red blood cells and stores iron is the: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The organ that removes old red blood cells and stores iron is the:
A. Kidney
B. Spleen
C. Liver
D. Bone marrow
Answer: Option A
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
The spleen filters blood, removing aged or damaged RBCs, recycles iron, and stores platelets. The liver also processes hemoglobin products, but the spleen is the primary organ for RBC removal. The kidneys filter blood but don't remove RBCs.

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