What can a breeder do regarding CEA?
Fortunately, the OptiGen CEA mutation test can be used for Tollers as of April 17, 2006. If you would like to determine if your breeding stock is clear, a carrier of or affected by CEA follow these simple steps: • If your dog has been previously tested for prcd-PRA by OptiGen, then your dog has DNA reserved from its earlier blood sample already available for testing at the lab. There will not be a need to see your vet or draw new blood. Simply complete the OptiGen order form with payment and send it to Optigen. Make sure you check the box on the form that indicates you have all ready tested your Toller for prcd-PRA That is, check the statement Blood sample is already at OptiGen whether or not you paid for long-term storage. • If your dog has not been previously tested for prcd-PRA by OptiGen you can have both or just one test done. Just go to the website at http://www.optigen.com/ and follow the instructions on their website. You will need to have a vet or vet tech draw blood according
