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Clinical decision support tool. Does not replace professional veterinary judgment. Always verify recommendations with current references.

Suffolk Sheep

RUMINANT· LARGE· Lifespan: 10-13 years

📋 Breed Predispositions

ConditionPrevalenceOnsetSeverityScreening
Spider Lamb SyndromeCarrier lines existCongenitalLIFE THREATENINGFGFR3 genetic test
Scrapie SusceptibilityGenotype dependent2-5 yearsLIFE THREATENINGPRNP genotyping (QQ at codon 171 = susceptible)