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Ex-racing horses and dogs donate plasma to make antivenom, treat young or sick animals
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Horses donate plasma for use in antivenoms.
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A group of former racing animals destined to be put down are the unlikely heroes behind the antivenoms protecting humans against some of Australia s deadliest native creatures.
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Ex-racing animals are donating plasma to create antivenom to protect against deadly animals
Their blood products are also used to treat young or sick animals, as well as in research for humans
After they ve finished donating, the animals are retired and rehomed by a not-for-profit