Erythropoiesis is a complex multistep process encompassing the differentiation of hemopoietic stem cells to mature erythrocytes. The steps involved in this complex differentiation process are numerous ...

Although erythropoietin (Epo) is commonly used as a therapy for anemia, recent studies have suggested that Epo therapy is associated with adverse outcomes. A new study shows that polymeric IgA1 ...

Two hundred-billion red blood cells are renewed in our body every single day. These erythrocytes (also known as red blood cells) are generated from bi-potent megakaryocyte-erythroid progenitor cells ...

The body needs a lot of blood. In humans, 200 billion new erythrocytes—or red blood cells—are generated daily by erythropoiesis, a multi-step process starting from blood-related stem cells, requiring ...

Background: Erythropoiesis-stimulating agents are used to treat anemia in patients with cancer. However, their safety and effectiveness is controversial. We did a systematic review of the clinical ...