What Is the Primary Mechanism by Which Erythropoietin Affects RBC

question 27

Multiple Choice

What is the primary mechanism by which erythropoietin affects RBC production?

• A) It expedites the maturation time of RBCs.
• B) It prevents premature apoptosis of RBCs.
• C) It stimulates facilitated incorporation of hemoglobin into RBCs.
• D) It stimulates expulsion of nuclei from nucleated erythrocyte precursors at a quicker rate.

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