NILE inherited one copy of the variant we tested
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Changes to this dog’s profile
- On 7/10/2023 changed handle from "ethelbrowncollar2022" to "nile6676"
- On 7/10/2023 changed name from "NILE ETHEL BROWN" to "NILE"
- On 11/17/2022 changed name from "ETHEL BROWN COLLAR 2022" to "NILE ETHEL BROWN"
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Health Summary
NILE is at increased risk for one genetic health condition.
And inherited one variant that you should learn more about.
Intervertebral Disc Disease (Type I)
What does this result mean?
Follow-up by our experts indicates that this genetic variant is associated with an increase to NILE’s risk for developing Intervertebral Disc Disease (Type I).
Scientific Basis
Research studies for this variant have been based on dogs of other breeds. While dogs with similar breeds to NILE have not yet been the focus of research studies, our data indicates that NILE is likely to be at increased risk.
Impact on Breeding
While further investigation is warranted to determine the clinical presentation and penetrance in NILE’s breed, we recommend taking this genetic result into account when making breeding decisions.
What is Intervertebral Disc Disease (Type I)?
Type I Intervertebral Disc Disease (IVDD) is a back/spine issue that refers to a health condition affecting the discs that act as cushions between vertebrae. With Type I IVDD, affected dogs can have a disc event where it ruptures or herniates towards the spinal cord. This pressure on the spinal cord causes neurologic signs which can range from a wobbly gait to impairment of movement. Chondrodystrophy (CDDY) refers to the relative proportion between a dog’s legs and body, wherein the legs are shorter and the body longer. There are multiple different variants that can cause a markedly chondrodystrophic appearance as observed in Dachshunds and Corgis. However, this particular variant is the only one known to also increase the risk for IVDD.
ALT Activity
NILE inherited one copy of the variant we tested
Why is this important to your vet?
NILE has one copy of a variant associated with reduced ALT activity as measured on veterinary blood chemistry panels. Please inform your veterinarian that NILE has this genotype, as ALT is often used as an indicator of liver health and NILE is likely to have a lower than average resting ALT activity. As such, an increase in NILE’s ALT activity could be evidence of liver damage, even if it is within normal limits by standard ALT reference ranges.
What is ALT Activity?
Alanine aminotransferase (ALT) is a clinical tool that can be used by veterinarians to better monitor liver health. This result is not associated with liver disease. ALT is one of several values veterinarians measure on routine blood work to evaluate the liver. It is a naturally occurring enzyme located in liver cells that helps break down protein. When the liver is damaged or inflamed, ALT is released into the bloodstream.
Breed-Relevant Genetic Conditions
Persistent Mullerian Duct Syndrome, PMDS (AMHR2)
Identified in Miniature Schnauzers
Variant not detected
Myotonia Congenita (CLCN1 Exon 7, Miniature Schnauzer Variant)
Identified in Miniature Schnauzers
Variant not detected
Demyelinating Polyneuropathy (SBF2/MTRM13)
Identified in Miniature Schnauzers
Variant not detected
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What is a linkage test?
DNA sequences that are close together on a chromosome tend to be inherited together. Because of this, we can use genetic variation surrounding a specific variant (i.e. "linked" to it) to infer the presence or absence of a variant that is associated with a health condition or trait.
Linkage tests are not as predictive of your dog’s true genotype as direct assays, which we use on most other genetic conditions we test for.
Traits
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Coat Color
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Other Coat Traits
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Other Body Features
No Result
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Body Size
No Result
For every test, we run multiple assays to ensure the accuracy of the results we deliver. For your dog, one or more of these produced inconclusive or low confident results. Therefore, we are not able to provide you with a result at this time.