Erythropoietin
Also known as: EPO
Description
Erythropoietin is a type of Glycoprotein Hormone produced in the Kidneys that contains 165 Amino Acids in its molecular structure.
Biological Function of Erythropoietin
Cardiovascular System
Following its production within the Kidneys, EPO travels to the Bone Marrow to stimulate the production of Red Blood Cells.
Conventional Medical Usage of Exogenous Erythropoietin
Cardiovascular System
Erythropoietin may alleviate some forms of Anemia (due to its ability to stimulate the manufacture of Red Blood Cells):
Synthetic Erythropoietin is utilized by conventional medicine for the treatment of Anemia caused by dialysis and may also alleviate Anemia that is caused by other factors.
Exogenous Erythropoietin is sometimes administered prior to Surgery in order to avoid the need for Blood transfusions. [1]
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