The kidneys are responsible for the production and release of two [[The Endocrine Function of the Kidney - Anatomy & Physiology|hormones]]- Erythropoietin and Renin, which are produced in the Juxtaglomerular Cells. The kidneys also regulate the activation of vitamin D. | The kidneys are responsible for the production and release of two [[The Endocrine Function of the Kidney - Anatomy & Physiology|hormones]]- Erythropoietin and Renin, which are produced in the Juxtaglomerular Cells. The kidneys also regulate the activation of vitamin D. |