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Anemia, Regenerative

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Anemia, Regenerative Basic Information Definition Anemia is decreased erythrocyte (red blood cell [RBC]) mass, as identified by decreases in hematocrit, hemoglobin, and RBC count. Regenerative anemias are those in which…

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Hypoparathyroidism

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Hypoparathyroidism Basic Information Definition Pathologic condition of the parathyroid glands characterized by low secretion of parathyroid hormone (PTH), hypocalcemia, and hyperphosphatemia. Hypoparathyroidism can be primary or secondary. Synonym(s) Parathyroid gland…

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Blood Urea Nitrogen (BUN)

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Blood Urea Nitrogen (BUN) Basic Information Definition • Urea: A highly water-soluble neutral (not acidic or basic) nitrogenous molecule necessary for disposal of nitrogenous waste in mammals • Blood urea…

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Anemia, Nonregenerative

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Anemia, Nonregenerative Basic Information Definition Decreased red blood cell (RBC) mass (anemia) due to decreased RBC production Synonym(s) Nonresponding or nonresponsive anemia Typical Normal Range (US units; SI units) •…

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Neonatal Isoerythrolysis

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Neonatal Isoerythrolysis Basic Information Definition Hemolytic anemia of newborn foals caused by alloantibodies directed against the foal’s red blood cells (RBCs). Synonym(s) • Jaundiced foal syndrome • Isoimmune hemolytic anemia…

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Granulosa Cell Tumor

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Granulosa Cell Tumor Basic Information Definition A granulosa cell tumor (GCT) is a sex-cord stromal tumor of the ovary. It is by far the most common tumor of the equine…

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