![]() EPO is a hormone primarily made in the kidneys to stimulate the production of new red blood cells. ![]() This test measures the level of erythropoietin (EPO) in the blood. The test findings indicate how well a person’s kidneys, liver and other organs are working. Although this test is not used to diagnose PV, if the results show that there is an abnormal amount of a particular substance in the blood, it may be a sign of disease or some other health problem. These substances include electrolytes (such as sodium, potassium and chloride), fats, proteins, glucose (blood sugar), uric acid and enzymes.
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