Imerslund-Gräsbeck syndrome (IGS) - Australian Shepherd

Imerslund-Gräsbeck syndrome is a vitamin B12 (also known as cobalamin) deficiency characterized by its malabsorption accompanied by selective proteinuria. Vitamin B12 is water-soluble vitamin, important for cell metabolism in higher organisms.

Affected dogs exhibit signs of cobalamin deficiency including failure-to-thrive, abnormal formation of blood cells, and methyl-malonic aciduria within 8–12 weeks of birth. Affected dogs can also exhibit intermittent anorexia, chronic anemia and neutropenia, poor weight gain, and poor muscle mass for several weeks or months. Severe metabolic dysregulation, including hepatic encephalopathy and/or ketoacidosis, occur in some cases.

Inheritance: autosomal recessive - read more

Mutation: AMN gene

Genetic test: The method used for testing is extremely accurate and allows complete differentiation between affected animals, carriers and healthy dogs. Testing can be done at any age.

Disease control: read more

Sample: EDTA whole blood (1.0 ml) or buccal swabs. Detailed information about sampling can be found here.

Price:

54.00 €

  • You can order free sampling kit.
  • Only one sample is required for each animal, even if you order several tests.
  • Samples are stored for the option to order additional tests.
  • We offer expert assistance in interpreting the results.
Suitable for breeds
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