Kongenitale Hypothyreose (CHG) - Tenterfield Terrier Für Tierbesitzer Mutation: TPO gene

Mutation: TPO gene

Chow-Chow and Weimaraner breeds

The frequency of seizure episodes varied among puppies from multiple episodes per day to one episode per week

Heterozygosity Value: Reflects the true level of genetic diversity – important for vitality

Dermatologische Anzeichen können bereits im Alter von wenigen Wochen sichtbar sein

Kongenitale Hypothyreose (CHG) - Tenterfield Terrier Für Tierbesitzer Mutation: TPO geneCongenital hypothyroidism with goiter (CHG) is an endocrine disorder characterized by enlarged thyroid glands (goiter). The underlying cause of this disorder is an inability of the thyroid glands to produce sufficient hormone levels to inhibit the release of thyrotropin in the pituitary gland. This in turn causes structural abnormalities in the thyroid glands. The disorder can be inherited or acquired by dietary iodine deficiency or excess, or by