Thrombopoietin is produced by_________________?
Correct answer: D. Liver
- A. Monocytes
- B. Megakaryoblast
- C. Megakaryocyte
- D. Liver
Explanation
Thrombopoietin is produced predominantly by the liver, with smaller contributions from the kidneys and bone marrow. It stimulates megakaryocyte development and platelet production rather than being produced mainly by megakaryocytes themselves.
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