Journal of Equine Veterinary Science
Volume 29, Issue 3 , Pages 160-166 , March 2009

Equine Granulocytic Anaplasmosis: A Case Report and Review

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doi: 10.1016/j.jevs.2009.01.002

Journal of Equine Veterinary Science
Volume 29, Issue 3 , Pages 160-166 , March 2009

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