Disease overview

Glanzmann thrombasthenia is an extremely rare congenital platelet disorder associated with integrin deficiency, resulting in compromised blood clotting. This defect can result in excessive bleeding.

Gene name

ITGA2B

Inheritance

Autosomal recessive

Signs and symptoms

The clinical signs of this disease are abnormal or excessive bleeding.

How is it diagnosed

Detailed history, clinical signs, and testing of platelet function are necessary components of the diagnostic process.

Breeds at higher risk

Current data does not indicate that specific breeds are at a higher risk.

Citations

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32935881/

Disclaimer

Disease diagnosis and treatment should always be performed by a veterinarian. The following information is for educational purposes only.