Is the spleen tumor genetically transferred

Dear Doctor, I would like to know is spleen tumor genetically transferred in Dogs. Could you please give some information about spleen tumor. Can you also please list the reason for dogs getting spleen tumor.

With Regards
Dhivya

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Dr. Carol Osborne, DVM

May 25, 2010

Genetics account for about 30% of cancer transmission. Lifestyle, diet etc are responsible for 70%. An abdominal aspirate can in many cases diagnose splenic tumors and treatment options vary.
I am glad to discuss
Dr Carol Osborne, DVM

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