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pstinard · 05-29-2013, 09:41 AM

Hi,

While doing research on available DNA tests for genetic diseases in Yorkies, I came across a peer-reviewed article from April 2013 that provides a link to an updated list of DNA tests available for genetic diseases in dogs and cats. Yorkies clock in with only three tests--two for eye problems (Primary Lens Luxation and Progressive Retinal Atrophy, prcd), and one for a metabolic disease (L2-Hydroxyglutaric Aciduria). Genetic testing for Yorkies is still in its infancy

. Links to the labs that do the testing are provided:

Canine and Feline Hereditary Disease (DNA) Testing Laboratories

05-29-2013, 09:41 AM	#1
pstinard YT 3000 Club Member Join Date: Apr 2013 Location: Urbana, IL USA Posts: 3,648	Genetic testing for diseases in Yorkies still in its infancy... Hi, While doing research on available DNA tests for genetic diseases in Yorkies, I came across a peer-reviewed article from April 2013 that provides a link to an updated list of DNA tests available for genetic diseases in dogs and cats. Yorkies clock in with only three tests--two for eye problems (Primary Lens Luxation and Progressive Retinal Atrophy, prcd), and one for a metabolic disease (L2-Hydroxyglutaric Aciduria). Genetic testing for Yorkies is still in its infancy . Links to the labs that do the testing are provided: Canine and Feline Hereditary Disease (DNA) Testing Laboratories