Haemophilia B

Christmas disease, Factor IX deficiency

HEMB

It is a rare blood disorder in which the blood is unable to clot properly, leading to excessive bleeding. Bleeding can be initiated from injury, trauma and surgery. Internal bleeding may occur in the organs. The clinical signs of Haemophilia B include episodes of lameness, swelling and bruising under the skin, weakness, lack of appetite, fever and depression.

For breeds

Rhodesian Ridgeback,

Gene and mutation

F9, c.731G>A (OMIA 000438-9615) ± 25 base pairs

49 €

49 €