High sodium-potassium ATPase activity · Erythrocyte sodium-potassium ATPase hyperactivity · Hereditary stomatocytosis of Alaskan Malamutes · Na-K-ATPase hyperactivity · Stomatocytosis with high Na-K ATPase
This genetic condition affects the red blood cells by causing overactivity in the sodium-potassium pump, which is the mechanism that regulates salt and water balance within the cells. This imbalance can cause the red blood cells to become misshapen into cup-like forms called stomatocytes, which can shorten their lifespan. It is typically identified through routine blood tests that show these abnormal cells and altered electrolyte levels.
Most affected dogs show no outward signs of illness, and the condition is usually discovered incidentally during routine blood work in young adulthood. In rare cases, a dog might show mild lethargy or slightly reduced stamina due to mild anemia.
No active treatment is typically required because the condition rarely impacts a dog's quality of life. Periodic veterinary monitoring and blood tests to check red blood cell counts may be recommended, costing between 150 and 800 EUR over the dog's lifetime.
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Estimated range of typical treatment cost. Actual cost depends on severity, clinic and region.