Polycystic kidney disease (PKD2)
Polycystic kidney disease (PKD2)
General description
In the breed Siberian Cat and Neva Masquerade a genetic variant could be identified causing polycystic kidney disease (PKD2).
Breeds
Neva Masquerade, Siberian
Order details
| Test number | 8938 |
| Sample material | 0.5 ml EDTA blood, 1x special swab (eNAT) |
| Test duration | 7-14 working days |
Test specifications
| Symptom complex | nephrologic |
| Inheritance | autosomal dominant |
| Gene | PKD2 |
| Mutation | DEL |
| Literature | OMIA:002525-9685 |
Detailed description
In the breed Siberian Cat and Neva Masquerade a genetic variant could be identified causing polycystic kidney disease (PKD2), which is a progressive disease characterized by multiple fluid-filled cysts that form in the kidneys and leads to renal failure.
