Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Genetics of Equine Endocrine and Metabolic Disease.
- Journal:
- The Veterinary clinics of North America. Equine practice
- Year:
- 2020
- Authors:
- Norton, Elaine & McCue, Molly E
- Affiliation:
- Veterinary Population Medicine Department · United States
- Species:
- horse
Abstract
A role for a genetic contribution to equine metabolic syndrome (EMS) and pars pituitary intermedia dysfunction (PPID) has been hypothesized. Heritability estimates of EMS biochemical measurements were consistent with moderately to highly heritable traits. Further, genome-wide association analyses have identified hundreds of regions of the genome contributing to EMS and candidate variants have been identified. The genetics of PPID has not yet been proven. Continued research for the specific genetic risk factors for both EMS and PPID is crucial for gaining a better understanding of the pathophysiology of both conditions and allowing development of genetic tests.
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