Dog Erythrocyte Antigen 7 · Tr blood group · Canine Blood Group DEA 7 · Hunde-Blutgruppe DEA 7 · Blood group system/dog erythrocyte antigen (DEA) 7
DEA 7 is a naturally occurring blood group system in dogs, determined by the presence or absence of a specific protein called an antigen on the surface of red blood cells. It is inherited in an autosomal dominant manner, meaning a dog only needs to inherit the gene from one parent to express this blood type. Rather than being a disease, it is a normal genetic variation of the circulatory system.
Dogs with this blood type show no physical symptoms or health issues in their daily lives, and the trait is present from birth. The variation only becomes relevant if the dog needs a blood transfusion, where an incompatible match could trigger a mild immune reaction.
No daily treatment or ongoing therapy is ever needed for this natural blood variation. If a blood transfusion is required, performing a preventative blood typing test typically costs between 50 and 200 EUR to ensure compatibility.
Estimated range of typical treatment cost. Actual cost depends on severity, clinic and region.
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