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Progressive Retinal Atrophy (GR-PRA1)

Code: H868

74,72 €

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Short description

Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA) is a large group of genetic diseases in which the retina gradually degenerates over time, causing a progressive loss of vision.

General information

Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA) is a large group of genetic diseases in which the retina gradually degenerates over time, causing a progressive loss of vision. This specific variant of the disorder is found in the Golden Retriever, and is therefore called Golden Retriever PRA (GR-PRA1). It is caused by a recessive mutation to the gene SLC4A3.

Specifications

Breeds

Golden Retriever
Gene

SLC4A3
Chromosome

37
Mutation

c.2601_2602insC
Organ

Sensory organs
Specimen

Swab, Blood EDTA, Blood Heparin, Semen, Tissue
Mode of Inheritance

Autosomal Recessive
Also known as

GR_PRA; PRA1

Clinical features

Clinical signs include night blindness and loss of peripheral vision.

References

Pubmed ID: 21738669

Year published: 2011

Omia ID: 1572

Omia variant ID:

Turnaround information

  • 15 working days