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PD/SAV Viral 🟠 Severe 💉 Vaccine Available

Pancreas Disease (SAV)

🦠 Salmonid alphavirus (SAV)

📋 Overview

PD causes acinar cell destruction in the pancreas, leading to poor digestion and weight loss. Six distinct SAV subtypes exist. Vaccination has substantially reduced impact in Norwegian farming.

📊 Key Facts

Causative Agent
Salmonid alphavirus (SAV)
Peak Mortality
30%
Primary Host
Atlantic salmon
Treatment
✗ None
Vaccine
✓ Available