When the Oxygen Content of the Blood Becomes Too Low

question 59

Multiple Choice

When the oxygen content of the blood becomes too low, the ________ releases ________ to stimulate red blood cell production.

• A) pituitary gland; follicle-stimulating hormone
• B) kidney; erythropoietin
• C) thyroid gland; thyroxine
• D) stomach; gastrin
• E) pancreas; insulin

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