erythropoietin

n. a protein produced by the kidneys and liver that stimulates the production of red blood cells (erythrocytes) in the bone marrow and maintains erythrocytes in the circulation at an optimal level.

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September 10th 2024

borna disease

a disease of mammals (especially horses) that is caused by a virus and can be transmitted to humans, typically via intranasal infection. It usually results in encephalopathy, which leads to ataxia, blindness, and other neurological disorders.