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A New Method For Diagnosing Cancer
Diagnosing cancer through a simple blood test may now be a possibility thanks to a blood test made available by BioCurex, a company that specializes in developing cancer diagnostic products. The blood test, called OncoPet RECAF, works by evaluating a sample of your dog’s blood for the presence of RECAF, a universal marker (or substance) for malignant cell growth. OncoPet RECAF has the potential to help your vet make cancer diagnosis a less invasive and stressful event for your dog. BioCurex has also announced that it plans to extend this cancer diagnostic blood test service to other companion animals, such as cats, by the end of 2010.

New Insight Into Heart Disease
Colorado State University veterinary researchers have discovered that the diseased cells of dogs suffering from MMVD, the most common canine cardiac condition, locally produce a hormone called serotonin, a hormone often associated with regulating moods. This discovery has led researchers to believe that the serotonin production may be driving the valve disease, and the researchers are now excited to explore the treatment possibilities of using a drug that inhibits the serotonin production. As MMVD accounts for approximately 75% of all congestive heart failure cases, this is a significant breakthrough that could pave the way for treating countless dogs.