erythropoietin

IPA: ɛrɪθrʌpˈɔɪtɪn

(biochemistry) A glycoprotein hormone that functions as a cytokine for erythrocyte precursors in bone marrow.

Examples of "erythropoietin" in Sentences

Many athletes illegally use erythropoietin to enhance their performance by increasing red blood cell production
Erythropoietin is a hormone produced by the kidneys that helps regulate the production of red blood cells in the bone marrow
Patients with anemia often receive injections of erythropoietin to help increase their red blood cell count
The pharmaceutical industry has developed synthetic forms of erythropoietin to treat various blood disorders
Without enough erythropoietin, the body may not produce an adequate amount of red blood cells, leading to fatigue and weakness