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Chronic copper poisoning in Angora kids
C J Belford1, C R Raven, H Black
1Whangarei Animal Health Laboratory, Ministry of Agriculture and Fisheries, Private Bag, Whangarei.
Abstract:
The investigation of five field cases of chronic copper poisoning in a group of 100 Angora kids is reported. Toxicity was confirmed by the demonstration of Heinz body anaemias, necrotizing liver disease, haemoglobinuric nephrosis and excessive levels of copper in blood, livers and kidneys. The dietary history of the kids is described. Tissue levels of copper and reported interactions between selenium, zinc and copper are discussed. Therapeutic and preventative measures are suggested.
