What response would you expect after traveling to high altitude for two weeks?

A. Blood levels of oxygen would remain depressed for the duration.
B. A surge in iron release from the liver would occur.
C. The kidneys would secrete elevated amounts of erythropoietin.
D. There would be no change in blood composition.


Answer: C. The kidneys would secrete elevated amounts of erythropoietin.

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