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This disease is characterised by a build up of immune cells on the spleen and lymph nodes.
Symptoms tend to be seen at around 6 to 8 weeks and progression tends to be quite rapid after that.
Affected kittens show abdominal distension, tend to be lethargic and show weight loss due to anaemia.
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Category:
Genetic Diseases
Severity:
Moderate-Severe. This is a disease with significant welfare impact on the affected animal, in terms of clinical signs and generally reduced life expectancy.
Gene:
FASL
Variant Detected:
c.413-414InsA
Mode of Inheritance:
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