Subclinical copper accumulation in llamas

Can Vet J. 1999 Jun;40(6):422-4.

Abstract

A 9-year-old, intact male llama with mild ataxia and generalized malaise of 1 month's duration was euthanized following clinical evaluation. Excessive liver copper concentrations were found in the llama and also in clinically normal herdmates. This case documents multiple animals with increased hepatic stores from standard diets and mineral supplements.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Animal Feed*
  • Animals
  • Ataxia / chemically induced
  • Ataxia / veterinary
  • Camelids, New World*
  • Copper / analysis*
  • Copper / pharmacokinetics
  • Copper / toxicity
  • Diet
  • Liver / chemistry*
  • Male
  • Tissue Distribution

Substances

  • Copper