Erythropoietin is produced by the kidneys to:
A)regulate red blood cell production by the bone marrow.
B)regulate blood solute concentration.
C)conserve or eliminate hydrogen and bicarbonate ions.
D)regulate removal of metabolic wastes.

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Erythropoietin is a hormone produced by the kidneys that stimulates the bone marrow to produce more red blood cells. It is important for regulating the oxygen-carrying capacity of the blood.

Erythropoietin Is Produced by the Kidneys To