(((Claudia))) I was happy to read the pretty good ultrasound report on Rocket. He is amazing kitty (with an amazing Mom). I hope they can figure out the skin issue. I saw that Marjorie/Gracie mentioned Aranesp. What is Rocket's HCT? Bear Man took Aranesp. The whole anemia issue is pretty complicated. Lots to learn if you go there. The HCT should be pretty low before you consider starting tx, and of course, it only works if the anemia is caused by the CRF (as opposed to something like a GI bleed). Did they test his retuculocytes? If you ever need it, I have a huge stock of Aranesp in my refrigerator, not sure what the expiry date is. It is even more fragile than insulin, so I wonder if it could be shipped safely. Anyway, I hope that Rocket is not going to need it, and that the anemia is transient, and the skin issue will be resolved. Lots of prayers still coming your way.