Description_x000D_ General description_x000D_ The antibody pair provided in this kit recognizes Human Erythropoietin._x000D_ Application_x000D_ Human EPO / Erythropoietin ELISA Kit has been used to measure concentration of erythropoietin (EPO)._x000D_ Please refer to the attached General ELISA KIT Procedure (sandwich, competitive & Indirect ELISA)_x000D_ Biochem/physiol Actions_x000D_ Erythropoietin (EPO) plays a vital role in the regulation of red blood cell production. It interacts with EPO receptor and is responsible for the cellular responses. EPO is expressed in various types of cancers, such as breast cancer, renal cancer, gastric cancer, hepatocellular carcinoma and central nervous system tumors. EPO also acts as a hypoxia responsive cytokine and a pro-angiogenic factor. This protein provides major neuroprotective effect against brain damages due to ischemia and enhances memory as well as cognitive ability in humans suffering from vascular dementia._x000D_ Other Notes_x000D_ A sample Certificate of Analysis is available for this product._x000D_ Please type the word sample in the text box provided for lot number.