Erythropoietin is produced by the kidneys to:

A) regulate red blood cell production by the bone marrow.
B) regulate blood solute concentration.
C) conserve or eliminate hydrogen and bicarbonate ions.
D) regulate removal of metabolic wastes.


Answer: A

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