Erythropoiesis

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Erythropoiesis

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Erythropoiesis, the process of producing red blood cells (RBCs), occurs in the bone marrow under the influence of the hormone erythropoietin, which is produced mainly by the kidneys in response to reduced oxygen delivery to the kidneys. Therefore, option A is the correct answer. Option B is incorrect, as erythropoietin is produced by the kidneys, but erythropoiesis occurs in the bone marrow. Option C is incorrect, as erythropoiesis refers to RBC production and not an increased RBC count. Option D is incorrect, as RBC destruction is called erythrocytolysis. Option E is incorrect, as option A is the correct answer.