Analysis of serum ascites albumin gradient (SAAG) in cats with hepatic disorder

Bhavanam Sudhakara Reddy; Kambala Swetha; Sirigireddy Sivajothi

doi:10.56093/ijvm.v44i1.151676

Authors

Bhavanam Sudhakara Reddy
Kambala Swetha
Sirigireddy Sivajothi Department of Veterinary Medicine, College of Veterinary Science, Proddatur - 516360 Sri Venkateswara Veterinary University, Andhra Pradesh, India

https://doi.org/10.56093/ijvm.v44i1.151676

Keywords:

Cat, ascites, hepatitis, SAAG

Abstract

Three Persian breed cats were diagnosed to be having hepatitis. Clinical examination revealed dullness, dehydration, poor body condition and fluid thrill on the abdominal palpation. Radiography and ultrasonography revealed ground glass appearance of the abdomen and anechoic fluid in the abdomen respectively. Elevated serum ascites albumin gradient with elevated serum alanine transaminase levels were noticed in these cats

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