Feline leukemia as a still relevant problem in domestic and wild animals – the current state of knowledge

The aim of this review is to present information about leukemia caused by feline virus (FeLV) infection in felids. Despite widespread vaccinations, still one the most common diseases cats. FeLV occurs direct contact between animals, especially through with saliva. Infection highly contagious characterized immunosuppression and non-specific signs, such as cytopenia or tumorigenesis. transmitted horizontally close cats vertically from infected queens their kittens. Persistently are reservoir virus. Rapid ELISA tests immunochromatography play a major role diagnosis, but RT-PCR reliable diagnostic method. There no specific therapy against FeLV, so treatment mainly symptomatic. Research on use antiviral drugs, i.e. tenofovir, raltegravir, fozyvudine, underway. Proper prophylaxis, including regular vaccination important minimize risk consequences