Which of the following hematopoietic growth factors is involved in the stimulation of erythropoiesis, particularly in response to hypoxia?

A Granulocyte-colony stimulating factor (G-CSF)
B Erythropoietin (EPO) ✓
C Thrombopoietin (TPO)
D Interleukin-6 (IL-6)

Explanation

Erythropoietin (EPO) is a hematopoietic growth factor that stimulates erythropoiesis, particularly in response to hypoxia, by promoting the proliferation and differentiation of erythroid progenitor cells.

Source

Blood journal
Hematology Hematology: Hematopoiesis Hematology: Hematopoiesis Easy MEDICAL Confidence: high