The Hormone That Is Released by the Kidneys in Response

question 13

Multiple Choice

The hormone that is released by the kidneys in response to low oxygen levels in kidney tissues is

• A) angiotensin.
• B) cortisol.
• C) erythropoietin.
• D) renin.
• E) epinephrine.

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