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Test Overview:

Maintain Genetic Diversity: Avoid breeding solely for coat length to the detriment of health or genetic diversity. Coat length is controlled by known genes, so breeders can select for desired coat length without limiting gene pool diversity. Test for Genetic Diseases: Regardless of coat length, test breeding cats for breed-specific genetic diseases and conditions. Consider Breed Standards: Follow your breed’s official standard concerning coat length and texture while prioritizing health and welfare. Responsible Selection: Breed healthy cats with good temperaments rather than focusing only on coat traits. Disclose Coat Traits: Inform buyers about grooming needs and coat characteristics, especially for long-haired kittens.

Category:

Trait (Associated with Phenotype)

Gene:

FGF5

Variant Detected:

4 different variants detected M1(c.356insT), M2 (c.406C>T), M3 (c.474delT) and M4(c.475A>C).

Severity:

It is a trait and so is tested based on preference, not usually for health concerns.

Mode of Inheritance:

Autosomal Recessive

Research Citation(s):

Drögemüller C, Rüfenacht S, Wichert B, Leeb T. Mutations within the FGF5 gene are associated with hair length in cats. Anim Genet. 2007 Jun;38(3):218-21. Epub 2007 Apr 13. PubMed PMID: 17433015. PubMed: 17433015 Kehler JS, David VA, Schäffer AA, Bajema K, Eizirik E, Ryugo DK, Hannah SS,O'Brien SJ, Menotti-Raymond M. Four independent mutations in the feline fibroblast growth factor 5 gene determine the long-haired phenotype in domestic cats. J Hered. 2007 Sep-Oct;98(6):555-66. Epub 2007 Sep 1. PubMed PMID: 17767004 PubMed: 17767004 Shaffer GD, Ballif BC, Meurs K, Shaffer LG, Flores-Smith H. Identification of a novel missense mutation in the fibroblast growth factor 5 gene associated with longhair in the Maine Coon Cat. Hum Genet. 2021 Nov;140(11):1517-1523. PMID: 34599367.

Associated Breed(s):

Abyssinian, African Short Hair, American Bobtail , American Curl, American Ringtail, American Shorthair, Angora, Asian, Australian Mist , Balinese, Bengal, Birman, Bombay, British Black Tipped, British Longhair, British Red Spot, British Shorthair, British Shorthair/Longhair, Burmese, Burmilla, Calico, California Spangled, Chantilly, Chartreux, Chausie, Chinchilla, Colourpoint Siberian Forest Cat, Cornish Rex, Devon Rex, Domestic Leopard Cat, Domestic Medium / Long Hair, Domestic Short Hair, Don Hairless, Don Sphynx, Egyptian Black, Egyptian Mau, European, Exotic , Exotic Longhair, Exotic Shorthair, Foreign White, German Rex, Havana Brown, Highland Fold, Himalayan, Japanese Bobtail, Javanese, Khao Manee, Korat, Kurilian Bobtail Short Haired, LaPerm , Maine Coon, Manx , Munchkin Short/Long Haired, Norwegian Forest Cat, Ocicat, Ojos Azules, Oriental , Oriental Long Hair, Oriental Short Hair, Persian , Persian Blue, Persian Colourpoint, Persian Smoke, Persian Tabby, Peterbald, PixieBob, Ragamuffin, Ragdoll, Rex , Russian Black, Russian Blue, Russian White, Savannah, Scottish Fold, Scottish Fold Long Haired, Scottish Fold Short Haired, Scottish Straight, Scottish Wildcat, Selkirk Rex, Serengeti, Seychellois Short/Long Hair, Siamese, Siberian, Siberian Forest Cat, Singapura, Snowshoe, Sokoke, Somali , Somali Long Hair, Somali Short Hair, Sphynx, Tiffany, Tonkinese, Toyger, Turkish Angora, Turkish Van, York Chocolate,
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