Horses are unique in their ability to conserve iron. [Heme is recycled rather than excreted...iron deficiency is virtually non-existant...bioavailability of different sources of excessive iron not known...iron panel to dx anemia...spleen storage of RBCs] As in humans, iron overload has been associated with insulin resistance and may co-exist with other metabolic conditions. Iron overload in horses is a fairly recent concern and one which is mostly not recognized or often disregarded by feed and supplement manufacturers.  WORK IN PROGRESS, PLEASE CHECK BACK SOON |
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