Testing for Equine Cushing’s Disease
Nancy S. Loving, DVM
May 8, 2017
Obtaining an accurate diagnosis is key to managing pituitary pars intermedia dysfunction. Here are the pros and cons of PPID tests, old and new.
Information on pituitary pars intermedia dysfunction (PPID), also known as Cushing’s Disease in horses.
Obtaining an accurate diagnosis is key to managing pituitary pars intermedia dysfunction. Here are the pros and cons of PPID tests, old and new.
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