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Juvenile hereditary cataracts (GCB018)

Juvenile hereditary cataracts (GCB018) Juvenile hereditary cataracts Specimen type EDTA whole blood Contents Juvenile hereditary cataracts are an inherited form of cataracts that commonly cause blindness in dogs by clouding the lens of the eye and affecting both eyes symmetrically. Boston Terrier, French Bulldog, Staffordshire Bull Terrier

Pyruvate kinase deficiency (GCB017)

Pyruvate kinase deficiency (GCB017) Pyruvate kinase deficiency Specimen type EDTA whole blood Contents Pyruvate kinase deficiency is an inherited hemolytic anemia caused by a defect in the enzyme pyruvate kinase. Affected dogs may show lack of energy, low exercise tolerance and fatigue in dogs that appear otherwise fit. Labrador Retriever, Labradoodle, Beagle

Neonatal encephalopathy (GCB016)

Neonatal encephalopathy (GCB016) Neonatal encephalopathy Specimen type EDTA whole blood Contents Neonatal encephalopathy is an inherited progressive brain disease of Standard Poodles and related crosses that is characterized by weakness, mobility issues, and seizures. . Affected pups do not survive beyond seven weeks of age. Standard Poodle, Labradoodle, Goldendoodle, other Standard Poodle crosses and lineages

Muscular dystrophy (GCB015)

Muscular dystrophy (GCB015) Muscular dystrophy Specimen type EDTA whole blood Contents Muscular dystrophy refers to a group of over thirty genetic conditions in dogs that cause a breakdown in the muscles involved with movement. Symptoms include difficulty swallowing, excessive drooling, resistance to exercise, and weakening of muscles Golden retriever

Ichthyosis (GCB014)

Ichthyosis (GCB014) Ichthyosis Specimen type EDTA whole blood Contents Ichthyosis is a rare skin condition in dogs caused by a recessive genetic mutation. Affected skin is rough and covered with thick, greasy flakes that stick to the hair. Golden retriever

Primary open angle glaucoma (GCB013)

Primary open angle glaucoma (GCB013) Primary open angle glaucoma Specimen type EDTA whole blood Contents Primary open angle glaucoma is characterized by increased pressure in the eye; nerve damage, vision loss, lens subluxation, and blindness may result. Beagle

Osteogenesis imperfecta (GCB012)

Osteogenesis imperfecta (GCB012) Osteogenesis imperfecta Specimen type EDTA whole blood Contents Osteogenesis imperfecta is an inherited disease which causes defective collagen, leading to extremely fragile bones and teeth. Dachshund