Multiple choice

Which hormone has an inhibitory effect on erythropoiesis?

  1. Androgen

  2. Estrogen

  3. Erythropoietin

  4. Thyroxine

  5. Cortisol

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B Correct answer
Explanation

Estrogens have inhibitory effect on erythropoiesis through suppression of erythropoietin production. Estrogen is the main sex hormone in women, and is essential to the menstrual cycle.