Progressive Retinal Atrophy, Cone-rod Dystrophy (Dachshund type)

Category:

Ophthalmologic - Associated with the eyes and associated structures

Gene:

NPHP4

Variant Detected:

178-bp deletion in exon/intron 5 of NPHP4

Severity:

Low-Moderate. This disease can cause some discomfort and/or dysfunction in the affected animal. It does not generally affect life expectancy.

Mode of Inheritance:

Autosomal Recessive

Associated Breed(s):

Dachshund , Dachshund Short Hair, Dachshund Standard Long Hair, Dachshund Standard Smooth Hair, Dachshund Standard Wire Hair, Dachshund Wire Hair, Kaninchen Dachshund, Miniature Dachshund, Miniature Dachshund Long Hair, Miniature Dachshund Short Hair, Miniature Dachshund Smooth Hair, Miniature Dachshund Wire Hair, Unknown,