Does a pattern B (probably carrier) or pattern C (probably affected) test result mean that I can never breed my dog?
NO! OptiGen test results are meant to be used in a responsible breeding program. This does not mean that carrier or affected dogs should never be bred. It does mean that carrier and affected dogs with other desirable traits should be bred, but only to a certified, genetically clear Pattern A dog in order to prevent prcd-PRA.
Related Questions
- If a symptomatic patient has a negative genetic test result, does it mean the patient is not affected with the tested disorder?
- Does a pattern B (probably carrier) or pattern C (probably affected) test result mean that I can never breed my dog?
- Suppose the genetic test shows my dog is a carrier. Does that mean the end of his/her breeding career?
