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Treating anemia with Aranesp: For Renal Clinic patients - 04/2013

Treating anemia with Aranesp: For Renal Clinic patients
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Abstract

This handout explains the causes of anemia and what tests are done to check for it. It also explains how kidney failure can lead to anemia and describes how the drug Aransesp (darbepoetin alfa) is used to treat anemia.

Author
Renal Clinic/Medical Specialties Center
Publisher
University of Washington Medical Center
Date Published (original date)
2013
Revision Date
04/2013
General Subject
Blood and Lymphatic Disorders
Drug Therapy
Kidney Disorders
Specific Subject/Keyword
Kidney Failure
Anemia
Languages
English
Record ID
4129