Multiple Choice
What is hepcidin?
A) A factor in meats that enhances iron absorption
B) An intestinal mucosa protein that assists in iron turnover
C) A substance in legumes that interferes with iron absorption
D) A liver-derived hormone that helps regulate iron absorption and transport
E) A substance produced in the spleen that stores iron
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