The Ontario Association of Equine Practitioners

A professional association representing equine veterinarians in the Province of Ontario.

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Failure of Passive Transfer

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Failure of Passive Transfer

Failure of passive transfer is the process by which mares pass antibodies on to their foals via the colostrum. If foals don’t get the necessary antibodies from their dams (failure of passive transfer), they risk developing serious medical conditions.