Zhaolin Wang

Ruipai Pet Hospital, Sanya, 572000, Hainan, China
Author    Correspondence author
International Journal of Molecular Veterinary Research, 2024, Vol. 14, No. 5   doi: 10.5376/ijmvr.2024.14.0025
Received: 12 Sep., 2024    Accepted: 13 Oct., 2024    Published: 25 Oct., 2024

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Wang Z.L., 2024, Effects of subclinical bacterial infections on immune response in cats, International Journal of Molecular Veterinary Research, 14(5): 220-227 (doi: 10.5376/ijmvr.2024.14.0025)

This study explores the effects of such infections on the feline immune response, with an emphasis on the underlying molecular and cellular mechanisms. The study examines key components of the feline immune system and how these infections alter immune cell populations, cytokine profiles, and immune activation. Special attention is given to the case study of Bartonella henselae, a common bacterial pathogen, and its role in modulating feline immunity. Additionally, the research investigates the clinical and subclinical consequences of immune dysregulation, including increased susceptibility to other infections, autoimmune reactions, and chronic inflammation. Various diagnostic approaches, such as serological and molecular techniques, are reviewed to highlight challenges in identifying subclinical infections. Therapeutic strategies, including antibiotics, immune modulation, and long-term management practices, are discussed as potential solutions for controlling these infections. The findings of this study emphasize the importance of addressing subclinical bacterial infections to improve feline health and reduce veterinary complications. Future research is needed to refine diagnostic techniques and develop more effective treatment protocols, ultimately advancing both clinical practice and public health outcomes in veterinary medicine.

Subclinical bacterial infections; Feline immune system; Bartonella henselae; Immune dysregulation; Veterinary diagnostics