Which of the following statements regarding erythropoietin is INCORRECT in an adult?

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is a glycoprotein

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half-life of about 5 hours

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hypoxia can increase secretion within minutes

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is secreted by spleen and salivary glands

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is secreted in adequate amounts by liver in absence of kidneys

1.	Which of the following statements regarding erythropoietin is INCORRECT in an adult?
A.	half-life of about 5 hours
B.	hypoxia can increase secretion within minutes
C.	is secreted by spleen and salivary glands
D.	is secreted in adequate amounts by liver in absence of kidneys
E.	is a glycoprotein
Answer» E. is a glycoprotein

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