A GENETIC PREDISPOSITION TO INFECTIONS

01/01/2015
Dr Giger

In this specialty update, Dr. Urs Giger explains more about inherited immunodeficiencies and reveals what we've learned about the genetic predisposition of Miniature Schnauzers to avian tuberculosis - a serious and fatal infection in affected dogs. His discussion includes: - clinical presentation of affected dogs - differential diagnoses - zoonotic potential of this disease - current testing recommendations for dogs suspected of avian tuberculosis - general recommendations regarding the testing of Miniature Schnauzers.

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Read more about Dr. Giger's CHF study (02245-MOU)

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