Pyruvate Kinase Deficiency in Dogs
Bioguard Corporation Pyruvate kinase deficiency (PKD) is a hereditary genetic disorder that impairs the ability of red blood cells to metabolize properly. This defect leads to the destruction of red blood cells, resulting in severe hemolytic anemia. Affected animals can die from complications such as severe anemia and liver failure. The condition typically manifests between […]
Polycystic Kidney Disease in Cats
Bioguard Corporation Polycystic kidney disease (PKD) is a chromosomally dominant genetic disorder; it can occur in humans, cats, dogs, and other animals. In the renal cortex and medulla, there are cysts of various sizes and fluid-filled, so it is commonly known as the bubble kidney. Cysts increase in size and number over time, replacing kidney […]
