Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Immunodeficiency disorders in horses.
- Journal:
- The Veterinary clinics of North America. Equine practice
- Year:
- 2008
- Authors:
- Crisman, Mark V & Scarratt, W Kent
- Affiliation:
- Department of Large Animal Clinical Sciences · United States
- Species:
- horse
Abstract
Immunodeficiencies are characterized as primary (genetic) or secondary (acquired). Primary immunodeficiencies are relatively uncommon; however, clinically, they present a significant challenge to the practitioner, especially if the underlying disorder goes unrecognized. Secondary immunodeficiencies may present at any age, but failure of passive transfer in neonatal foals is most commonly encountered. This article provides a general overview of clinical signs and diagnosis of primary and secondary immunodeficiencies currently recognized in horses.
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