Losartan may modulate erythropoietin production

Erythropoietin (Epo) is distinct amongst haematopoietic hormones, in that it is produced remote from the bone marrow. The tissue oxygen pressure required to trigger the Epo gene under physiological conditions is uniquely sited at a restricted area in the kidney termed the critmeter . Angiotensin II...

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Main Authors: Sandra M Donnelly, Judith A Miller
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: SAGE Publications 2001-12-01
Series:Journal of the Renin-Angiotensin-Aldosterone System
Online Access:https://doi.org/10.3317/jraas.2001.040