Basic Health Testing

23 March 2011

Mastino should be tested at least once in their life at age one or older.

1. Eye exam through CERF

2. Thyroid testing at Michigan State University Diagnostic Center for Population & Animal Health- OFA Thyroid screen^*

3. OFA Cardiac exam through a Cardiologist

4. Orthopedic Exam. The necessary form is provided on the MHF website to be downloaded and be filled out by the veterinarian(download here)^**

* The OFA thyroid screen through the University of Michigan is recommended test; however, further submission to OFA is optional.

** Although not required, testing can be done through a board Certified Veterinary Surgeon who is focused on orthopedics. To find a Veterinary Surgeon near you please visit: www.acvs.org

an explaination of the Health Testing Recommendations can be found here

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