I have always seen EPO, it is really an abbreviation for erythropoetin levels.....sm
Posted By: Cyndiee on 2009-02-06
In Reply to: Is there a preferred way to type epo, Epo, EPO level? TIA. - Teardrop
Subject: I have always seen EPO, it is really an abbreviation for erythropoetin levels.....sm
you could check with your company or service, all my accounts use EPO, hope this helps somewhat!
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