How to Pronounce Erythropoietin (Epogen)

e-RITH-roe-POY-e-tin
IPA: /ɛ.ˈrɪθ.rɒɛ.ˈpɔɪ.ɛ.tɪn/
Brand name: Epogen
e RITH roe poy e tin
Erythropoietin is pronounced e-RITH-roe-POY-e-tin

How do you pronounce Erythropoietin?

Erythropoietin is pronounced “e-RITH-roe-POY-e-tin”. It has 6 syllables: e ‑ rith ‑ roe ‑ poy ‑ e ‑ tin. The stress falls on the second syllable, “rith”.

How many syllables are in Erythropoietin?

Erythropoietin has 6 syllables: e ‑ rith ‑ roe ‑ poy ‑ e ‑ tin.

What does Erythropoietin mean?

Erythropoietin (EPO) is a glycoprotein hormone that stimulates red blood cell production. Recombinant forms are used for anemia of chronic kidney disease and chemotherapy-induced anemia.

Word Parts

prefix erythro- red (blood cell)
suffix -poietin hematopoietic growth factor

Common Mispronunciations

With 6 syllables, speakers often rush or skip middle syllables — practice each syllable distinctly: e-RITH-roe-POY-e-tin. Stress falls on syllable 2 (RITH) — avoid placing stress on the first syllable

Where You'll Encounter This

Anemia of chronic disease. Stimulates red blood cell production in anemia of CKD.

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