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Serum amyloid A (SAA) is a major acute phase protein in many species including humans beings, dogs, cats and horses. The level of SAA proteins in blood increases within just a few hours following the onset of various inflammatory stimuli. These include infection, trauma and surgery. As a result of its short half-life, the concentration of SAA decreases rapidly following the removal or elimination of the source of inflammation.