Which blood component plays a crucial role in the regulation of iron homeostasis through the production of hepcidin?

A Erythrocytes
B Platelets
C Monocytes
D Hepatocytes ✓

Explanation

Hepatocytes produce hepcidin, a hormone that regulates iron homeostasis by controlling iron absorption and recycling.

Source

New England Journal of Medicine
Hematology Hematology: Blood Components Hematology: Blood Components Medium MEDICAL Confidence: high