Erythropoietin

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Erythropoietin is a hormone secreted by the kidneys which stimulates erythropoiesis (red blood cell production). It is used as a treatment for anaemia [1].

References

  1. ↑ http://www.macmillan.org.uk/Cancerinformation/Cancertreatment/Treatmenttypes/Supportivetherapies/Erythropoietin.aspx
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