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Genome-Wide Association Study of Insect Bite Hypersensitivity in Swedish-Born Icelandic Horses.
The Journal of heredity - 1 Jan 2000
Shrestha Merina, Eriksson Susanne, Schurink Anouk, Andersson Lisa S, Sundquist Marie, Frey Rebecka, Broström Hans, Bergström Tomas, Ducro Bart, Lindgren Gabriella
Abstract excerpt
Insect bite hypersensitivity (IBH) is the most common allergic skin disease in horses and is caused by biting midges, mainly of the genus Culicoides. The disease predominantly comprises a type I hypersensitivity reaction, causing severe itching and discomfort that reduce the welfare and commercial value of the horse. It is a multifactorial disorder influenced by both genetic and environmental factors, with...
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