Progressive retinal atrophy (rcd1-PRA)

LABOKLIN Service ID: 8042

Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) is a leading hereditary cause of blindness in pedigree dogs as is its counterpart retinitis pigmentosa (RP) in humans. PRA shows genetic heterogeneity, as does RP, with several distinct forms already recognized and several more remaining to be investigated. One can distinguish between late onset forms of PRA and early onset (whelp-age) dysplastic changes. The clinical and ophthalmologic signs of both forms are similar. Affected dogs suffer from bilateral Mydriasis, the reflection of the Tapetum lucidum is increased and the retinal vascular network appears atrophic.

Method

TaqMan SNP assay, if necessary sequencing

Breed list

Irish Red Setter, Irish Red and White Setter

Heredity

autosomal recessive

Duration

3-5 days after arrival of the sample in the lab (in case of sequencing 1-2 weeks)