Final Research Update from Dr. Trepanier on genetic and environmental risks of lymphoma in Boxer dogs.
GST genes defend against environmental chemicals that could cause cancer. Our study goals were to determine whether defective GST genes or specific environmental exposures were associated with lymphoma in Boxers. While GST variants were not more common in Boxers with lymphoma, we did find that household proximity within two miles of specific industrial sites were associated with lymphoma in this population. Final analyses will examine interactions between genotype and exposures in lymphoma risk.
Final Research Update Dr. Trepanier risk of lymphoma-genetic and environmental.