Faktor-XII-Mangel · Hageman factor deficiency · FXII deficiency · Factor 12 deficiency · Hageman-Faktor-Mangel
Factor XII deficiency is an inherited blood clotting disorder where the body lacks a specific protein called Factor XII, which normally helps initiate the coagulation process. This deficiency affects the circulatory system, specifically how blood behaves during laboratory testing. Despite its role in the clotting cascade, the lack of this protein does not impair normal blood clotting inside the living animal.
This condition is completely asymptomatic, meaning affected dogs show no physical signs of illness or abnormal bleeding. It is present from birth and is typically discovered by chance at any age during routine pre-surgical blood tests that show a prolonged clotting time.
No treatment is necessary because this condition is entirely benign and does not affect the dog's health or lifespan. There are no ongoing therapy costs, with expected lifetime expenses ranging from 0 to 150 EUR, which would only cover the initial diagnostic blood test.
Estimated range of typical treatment cost. Actual cost depends on severity, clinic and region.
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