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Post by ZandraJoi on Nov 7, 2023 20:44:14 GMT -5
www.barkandwhiskers.com/2023-11-06-can-dogs-detect-carcinomas-in-other-caninesStory at-a-glance Dogs can detect canine cancer as well as human cancer, offering hope for a condition that affects 1 in 4 dogs over their lifespan, and 1 in 2 dogs over age 10 Dogs accurately identified samples from dogs with cancer versus healthy dogs with a mean sensitivity of 90% and mean specificity of 98% Cancer appears to have a unique "odor signature" that can be detected in urine, sweat, breath and blood The odor is due to volatile organic compounds, which dogs can pick up due to their nose's extreme sensitivity to scents It's estimated that dogs can detect scents with a concentration as low as 1 to 2 parts per trillion, offering a novel, noninvasive way to detect cancer in earlier stages My notes: You know, I never even considered this as a possibility so why not? Problem is, who controls this? You can't just go to a vet & ask for a cancer sniffing dog as a test! "There may come a time when dogs can reliably detect cancer early on with a quick sniff. But for now, it will be up to you and your vet to watch out for signs of cancer in your pet and conduct appropriate screenings. Your veterinarian should check for any unusual lumps or growths and conduct certain blood and urine tests."
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Post by Bob on Nov 8, 2023 19:36:39 GMT -5
Yeah, why not. If it can be done for humans, it could save pets' lives.
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