There are several species of tapeworms, and each uses a different intermediate host to infect a pet. Fleas, small rodents, rabbits or larger animals such as deer and sheep are the hosts that transmit the worms to dogs or cats. Pets infected with tapeworms do not normally lose weight or display symptoms of illness.
The Glut1 protein is also found in red blood cells (erythrocytes). Testing is available on a clinical basis to assess erythrocyte glucose transporter activity, which is reduced by approximately 50 percent in individuals with Glut1 deficiency syndrome.
GGT Blood Test level and natural ways to lower, cause and treatment, gamma glutamyl transpeptidase enzyme level interpretation. October 24 2015 by Ray Sahelian, M.D. GGT is a liver enzyme involved in the transport of amino acids and peptides into cells as well as glutathione metabolism.