This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: Kidneys and Body Fluids, Subject name: Physiology
Endocrine function associated with kidney include all of the following except 
Select and explain. 
A. Erythropoietin secretion, B. Natriuretic peptide secretion, C. 1,25 hydroxy D3 Formation, D. Renin secretion
B: Natriuretic peptide secretion
Answer: B: Natriuretic peptide secretion 
Explanation: Ans. (b) Natriuretic peptide secretion(Ref: Ganong, 25th ed/p.701)Natriuretic pepssssstides are not produced by kidneyOther substances namely vitamin D, Erythropoietin and renin are produced by kidney