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Neuronal Ceroid Lipofuscinosis 8

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Test Overview:

Can include outbursts of hallucinations, aggression, epileptic fits and hyperactivity. In some cases, most pets will lose their ability for everyday movements. As the neurodegeneration will increase, all dogs affected by this disease will develop ataxia and psychological abnormalities.

Category:

Nervous system / Neurologic - Associated with the brain, spinal cord and nerves

Gene:

CLN8

Severity:

Moderate-Severe. This is a disease with significant welfare impact on the affected animal, in terms of clinical signs and generally reduced life expectancy.

Mode of Inheritance:

Autosomal Recessive

Recommended Screening:

Genetic testing of the CLN8 gene will reliably determine if a dog is a genetic carrier of Neuronal Ceroid Lipofuscinosis 8.

Associated Breed(s):

Australian Shepherd, German Shorthaired Pointer, Huntaway, Miniature American Shepherd, Miniature Australian Shepherd, Mixed Breed, New Zealand Heading Dog,

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