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Erythropoiesis starts in:

1. Liver
2. Spleen
3. Red bone marrow
4. Kidney

Correct answer: Red bone marrow

Solution

Erythropoiesis is the process of making red blood cells. In postnatal life, this occurs mainly in the red bone marrow, which contains the stem cells and supportive environment needed for blood cell production.

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