GK QUESTION#1944
Consider the following statements about Erythropoietin (EPO) used in sports doping:
I. EPO is a peptide hormone.
II. EPO is produced mainly by the kidneys. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Answer
C. Both I and II
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Explanation
Both I and II. Erythropoietin (EPO) is a peptide hormone mainly produced by the kidneys that stimulates red blood cell production. Synthetic EPO is misused by athletes to increase endurance, which is banned in sports by the World Anti-Doping Agency.