Thyroid-Releasing Hormone Dosing for Small Animals and Horses
Important Information
TRH is primarily used for diagnostic testing purposes. Follow proper sample collection protocols for accurate test results.
Consult with veterinary endocrinology specialists when interpreting TRH stimulation test results.
Reference Source
Saunders Handbook of VETERINARY DRUGS, Page 807-808
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Standard Dosage Guidelines
Small Animal Dosage
| Species | Route | Dosage | Frequency | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Small Animals | IV | 0.1 mg/kg | Single dose | TRH stimulation test: Collect baseline T4, followed by 0.1 mg/kg IV. Collect post-TRH T4 sample at 4 hours. |
Large Animal Dosage
| Species | Route | Dosage | Frequency | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Horses | IV | 1 mg total | Single dose | To test for pituitary pars intermedia dysfunction (PPID) in horses (equine Cushing syndrome), administer 1 mg synthetic TRH IV and collect samples. Optimum sample time is 0 and 30 minutes. |