The glomerular filtration rate was determined in nine healthy horses, six male and three female, aged two to 12-year-old, by means of 51Cr and 113mIn labeled EDTA single injection technique. The glomerular filtration rate was calculated from the plasma disappearance curve and the volume of distribution of the radiotracer, 51Cr-EDTA or 113mIn-EDTA. The result (mean±standard deviation) was 148.80±26.42mL.min-1.100kg. It is concluded that the measurement of glomerular filtration rate by 51Cr-EDTA or 113mIn-EDTA by single injection technique eliminates the bladder catheterization, and for its simplicity, convenience, accuracy, and low dose of radiation, can be used in horses as a method of choice in clinical routine.
horse; glomerular filtration rate; 51Cr; 113mIn; EDTA
