Developing a method to measure thiamine levels in animal feed and tissues
Official title: Validation of quantative method for thiamine detection in animal feed, tissue and plasma
Funded at Washington State University · NIH-11075625 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is working on a new, easy way for vets to check thiamine levels in animal feeds, tissues, and blood, helping to prevent serious health problems in pets and livestock caused by thiamine deficiencies.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
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| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Washington State University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Pullman, United States) |
| Project start | August 10, 2024 |
| Project end | July 31, 2026 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $69,392 |
| NIH project number | 1U18FD008346-01 |
| Project ID | NIH-11075625 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research include veterinarians and animal owners concerned about thiamine deficiency in their pets or livestock.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who do not own animals or are not involved in animal care may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research aims to create a standardized method for detecting thiamine and its derivatives in animal feeds, tissues, and blood using advanced HPLC-FLD technology. By addressing the current limitations in veterinary diagnostics, the project seeks to provide a reliable way to quantify thiamine levels, which is crucial for preventing deficiencies that can lead to severe health issues in animals. The method will be validated through rigorous testing and will be applicable across various veterinary laboratories, enhancing the ability to diagnose and treat thiamine-related conditions in animals.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly improve the diagnosis and management of thiamine deficiencies in animals, leading to better health outcomes.
How similar studies have gone: While this approach is innovative in veterinary medicine, similar methods have been successfully implemented in human clinical laboratories for thiamine testing.
Where this research is happening
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Washington State University
Pullman, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Snekvik, Kevin Roy — Washington State University
- Study coordinator: Snekvik, Kevin Roy
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About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page.