17. What does EPO do? a. stimulates RBCs to release stored O2 b. stimulates RBC production c. increases the number of heme groups per molecule of hemoglobin d. increases ventilation rate. e. b and c

the correct answer is B

Explanation:

Erythropoietin (EPO) is a glycoprotein hormone whose main function, which is not unique, is the regulation of the production of red blood cells and with it all the processes related to the formation of energy by aerobic route

It is made by the kidney.