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Genetic Expression:

Present investigations include the use of joint fluid and cartilage tissue markers for early detectoin and prognosis of joint disease. It is anticipated that the markers will not only provide methods for early diagnosis, but will provide information about the relative efficacy of treatments to alter the course of the disease process. The markers may also provide a method to clearly identify the underlying cellular events of joint disease, facilitating development of therapies to inhibit or prevent joint damage. Some of the conditions being investigated include canine hip dysplasia and equine osteoarthritis.