Haptoglobin as a marker for health and management of periparturient dairy cows
Haptoglobin is an acute-phase protein that is critical for the elimination of free hemoglobin and the neutralization of oxidative damage.
Haptoglobin is an acute-phase protein that is critical for the elimination of free hemoglobin and the neutralization of oxidative damage.
Uterine torsions represent a major issue in calving management, as the condition can be life-threatening to the dam and calf and usually requires extensive labor for its correction.
Drs. Chrissy Eckstrand and Christine Haake, Pathologists at Washington Animal Disease Diagnostic Laboratory, report on a 3-week-old, intact male lamb presented in fair postmortem condition.
Washington Animal Disease Diagnostics Laboratory now offers shipping solutions.
The Washington State Department of Agriculture (WSDA) has worked hard over the past several years to build a robust animal disease traceability program.
If you would like help developing a SBS plan this coming summer, Washington State University – College of Veterinary Medicine and WSDA are ready to help you get started!
As I write this we’re getting prepared for subzero temperatures here on the Palouse. Hopefully by the time you read this we’re all on the other side of the cold snap and with spring on the (distant) horizon. I’ll use that as a segue to mention that a cadre of veterinary students has come together […]