Type A PRA 1 (Miniature Schnauzer Type)

Associated Breed(s):

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Category:

Genetic Diseases

Severity:

Low. This disease generally causes mild signs of disease, or can be quite easily treated/managed.

Gene:

Phosducin (PDC) on Chromosome 7

Variant Detected:

Base Substitution c.244C>G p.Arg82Gly

Mode of Inheritance:

Recomended Screening:

1. DNA test all breeding animals prior to entering into breeding program (e.g. at 1 year of age) 2. Examination by a specialist veterinary ophthalmologist at the puppy eye exam, including ERG. 3. Annual specialist eye exam (includes for other PRA types in this breed)

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