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From Neigh to Yay: Balancing Empathetic Engagement and Boundaries in Challenging Conversations
Are you feeling the strain of high-maintenance clients, compassion fatigue, and relentless stress? Join us for a webinar tailored to address
Siddra Hines, DVM, PhD, DACVIM-LA
Aug 21, 20241 min read
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Interpreting Antibody Responses to EIAV Proteins that Vary
Antigenic variation is a result of changes in the protein sequence of agents which are caused by changes in the nucleic acid sequence that d
Travis C. McGuire, DVM, PhD
Jun 13, 20243 min read
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What is RT-QuIC? — INFOGRAPHIC
What is RT-QuIC? Take a look at this infographic to find out.
Stilts Adams
Nov 21, 20230 min read
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What Can SAA Tell Us About Colic? — INFOGRAPHIC
Most colic cases are straightforward, however those that are not pose a constellation of challenges when making decisions for management.
Stilts Adams
Nov 21, 20230 min read
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The Calibration of VMRD Serum Amyloid A (SAA)
One of the key advantages for using VMRD’s SAA tests is the accuracy and consistency provided by the calibration system.
Stilts Adams
Apr 1, 20237 min read
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SAA Fun Facts!
You asked, we answered. Fun facts about VMRD SAA!
Stilts Adams
Apr 1, 20230 min read
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#Proudhorsevet, also in Egypt
Horse Vets work in all parts of the world, with all types of Equids:
Stilts Adams
Feb 1, 20233 min read
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Serum Amyloid A (SAA) in Cats: Helping Veterinarians Read Their Feline Patients
Cats are notoriously stoic and hide illness well, often to their own detriment. VMRD SAA can help vets read their feline patients.
Stilts Adams
Mar 1, 20223 min read
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VMRD Customer Catch-Up – Waller Equine
In this continuing feature, we catch up with Dr. Christopher Boutros from Waller Equine Hospital in Waller, TX.
Stilts Adams
Aug 1, 20212 min read
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Guide to Getting the Most Out of SAA
Serum amyloid A (SAA) testing is a valuable tool for equine practitioners, whether they work in ambulatory practice or a referral hospital.
Stilts Adams
May 1, 20214 min read
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VMRD Customer Catch-Up
In this feature, we catch up with Dr. Kelly Torrisi, owner of Auburn Equine in Auburn, CA. Dr. Torrisi’s clinic employs 3 vets as well as 4
Stilts Adams
May 1, 20212 min read
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Improving Foal Care with Serum Amyloid A (SAA) Testing
Foals are highly vulnerable and delicate compared to adult horses, making timely identification of disease particularly important for early
Stilts Adams
Feb 1, 20214 min read
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Serum Amyloid A (SAA) in Broodmares and Pregnancy
With normal conception and pregnancy, SAA level in broodmares is comparable to that in other healthy horses.
Stilts Adams
Feb 1, 20213 min read
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What Can SAA Tell Us About Colic?
Colic can be one of the most rewarding and the most frustrating problems in equine medicine.
Stilts Adams
Nov 1, 20204 min read
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Serum Amyloid A: How to Run the VMRD Test and About SAA Use in Practice
Watch and learn how to run VMRD's point-of-care lateral flow test for equine serum amyloid A (SAA) for horse-side results!
Stilts Adams
Oct 1, 20201 min read
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Serum Amyloid A (SAA) Screening for General Health and Biosecurity
Routine equine health exams and biosecurity strategies utilize screening methods to detect underlying performance-limiting issues and potent
Siddra Hines, DVM, PhD, DACVIM-LA
Sep 1, 20204 min read
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Serum Amyloid A (SAA) Testing to Differentiate and Monitor Synovial Sepsis
Early and accurate detection of septic arthritis/synovitis is critical to minimize damage to cartilage and other structures that can ultimat
Siddra Hines, DVM, PhD, DACVIM-LA
Jul 1, 20203 min read
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Independent External Validation of the VMRD Serum Amyloid A (SAA) Test
To build on the internal validation performed by VMRD, our Serum Amyloid A (SAA) test was independently evaluated by at UC Davis.
Siddra Hines, DVM, PhD, DACVIM-LA
Jul 1, 20202 min read
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Unexpected Results and Confounding Factors in Serum Amyloid A (SAA) Testing
To avoid unexpected SAA results it is critical to understand basic SAA biology and interpret results in light of other clinical data.
Siddra Hines, DVM, PhD, DACVIM-LA
Mar 1, 20203 min read
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Using Serum Amyloid A (SAA) Testing to Monitor Patients
The dynamic nature of SAA makes it an ideal marker for monitoring progression or resolution of illness, including response to treatment.
Siddra Hines, DVM, PhD, DACVIM-LA
Mar 1, 20204 min read
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