Erythropoietin hormone which stimulates formation is produced by

Options

A. The cells of rostral adenohypophysis
B. The cells of bone marrow
C. Juxtaglomerular cells of the kidney
D. Alpha cells of pancreas

Answer

C

Explanation

* Juxtaglomerular cells of kidney produce a peptide hormone called erythropoietin which stimulates erythropoiesis (formation of RBC).
* The cells of rostral adenohypophysis synthesize hormones of anterior lobe of pituitary.
* The cells of bone marrow are responsible for formation of formed elements.
* Alpha cells of pancreas produce hormone glucagon.