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The extension gene (MCR1R) is responsible for producing phaeomelanin (yellow) pigment.
Two copies of the MCR1 mutation will cause the expression of a solid yellow colour.
Yellow is also referred to as yellow, white, golden, ruby or apricot as this variation is not only breed variation but also impact of other colour loci results - B, A, K and D Locus.
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Category:
Genetic Traits
Severity:
It is a trait and so is tested based on preference, not usually for health concerns.
Gene:
MC1R
Variant Detected:
Em (point mutation) > E (wild type) > e (point mutation) chr5:63694334-63694334: C>T
Mode of Inheritance:
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