Erythropoietin

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Erythropoietin Definition

Human erythropoietin is an acidic glycoprotein hormone with a molecular mass of 34 kD. As the prime regulator of red cell production, its major functions are to promote erythroid differentiation and to initiate hemoglobin synthesis.[supplied by OMIM](LocusLink)

Erythropoietin Synonyms

Erythropoietin, EPO, Epoetin, Erythrocyte Colony Stimulating Factor, Hematopoietin, erythropoietin

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