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Practical Application of Genetic Testing


    Practical application of genetic testing for dogs; test results inform breeding decisions.

     


     

     

     

    nku-logo-webb-164px.pngARTICLE: EXCERPTS: "The availability of genetic tests for different diseases in dogs has increased dramatically in recent years. For breeders and dog owners, the utility and accuracy of these tests are often difficult to assess. Even though DNA tests offer new opportunities as a tool for breeding, they also imply new questions and challenges. The fact that a genetic test is available for a disease in a breed does not automatically mean that the test is accurate or appropriate to use as basis for breeding decisions.

    The Scientific Committee of the Nordic Kennel Union (NKU/VK) would like to stress that genetic testing in dogs should be used with common sense and caution."

     

    "NKU/VK would like to emphasize the importance of breeders and/or dog owners carefully evaluating the usefulness and accuracy of a genetic test before it is performed. Only use tests that are properly evaluated and for conditions that are of clinical relevance in the breed."

     



     

    dnadogs.thumb.jpg.fec2e170836850d3ed89c9ARTICLE: The Effects of Genetic Testing: Constructive or Destructive?

    By Jerold S. Bell, DVM, Tufts University School of Veterinary Medicine

    Also see:

    This file contains the following articles:

    • Pedigree Analysis and How Breeding Decisions Affect Genes
    • Small Population Breeds and Issues of Genetic Diversity
    • Popular-Sire Syndrome: Keeping watch over health and quality issues in purebreds
    • The Effects of Genetic Testing: Constructive or Destructive?
    • Removing the stigma of genetic disease
    • Breeding Strategies for Managing Genetic Traits

     

     

     

     

     

     

     


     

    ofalogo100x100transparent.thumb.png.0c08ARTICLE: Collecting and utilizing phenotypic data to minimize disease: A breeder’s practical guide

    By Rhonda Hovan

    "A Comparison of Genotypic Tests to Phenotypic Tests"

     

     

    ALSO SEE HGTD Genetic Counseling articles

     

     

     

     


     

     


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