von Willebrand disease Type II

Von Willebrand disease (vWD) is a inherited bleeding disorder in dogs. It is caused by lack of von Willebrand factor which is a protein that plays a key role in the blood clotting process resulting in prolonged bleeding. The disorder occurs in varying degrees of severity ranging from trivial bleeding to excessive life threatening haemorrhages.

Possible Test Results :

• Clear
• Carrier
• Affected
• Hereditary Clear
• Hereditary Carrier
• Hereditary Affected

von Willebrand disease Type II is a mandatory test for the following breeds :

• German Wirehaired Pointer

von Willebrand disease Type II is a recommended test for the following breeds :

• Chinese Crested Dog