Multivariate analysis conducted by linear regression analysis for risk factors of late PTA, using haemoglobin as dependant variable, in the linear regression model (r = 0.626, p = < 0.0001) eGFR (p < 0.0001) and not using EPO in the pre-transplant period (p < 0.0001) significantly predict anaemia among kidney recipients (Table 3). Here, EPO is linked to anemia.