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Shetland Sheepdog · Dogs

Tests and packs available for this breed.

Available packs

Individual tests	Price	Turnaround
PACKShetland Sheepdog Pack: Collie Eye Anomaly (CEA), Progressive Retinal Atrophy (BBS2-PRA), Progressive Retinal Atrophy (CNGA1-PRA), von Willebrand Disease Type 3 (vWD3), Degenerative Myelopathy (DM exon 2), Ivermectin Sensitivity (MDR-1)	153,54 € VAT incl.	15 days

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Individual tests

Individual tests	Price	Turnaround
BBS2-PRA A form of progressive retinal atrophy in the Shetland Sheepdog caused by a mutation in the BBS2 gene, linked to Bardet-Biedl syndrome.	63,65 € VAT incl.	15 days
Canine MDR1, Genetic Defect (Ivermectin and Other Drug Sensitivity) Loss-of-function mutation in the ABCB1 gene (formerly MDR1) that encodes P-glycoprotein, a drug efflux pump present in the blood-brain barrier.	41,41 € VAT incl.	7 days
CNGA1-PRA Form of progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) of the Shetland Sheepdog associated with a mutation in the CNGA1 gene, which encodes a subunit of the cyclic nucleotide channel…	63,65 € VAT incl.	15 days
Collie Eye Anomaly (CEA, Without Certificate) Collie eye anomaly (CEA) is an inherited disorder of ocular development that mainly affects herding breeds with Collie ancestry (Rough and Smooth Collie, Border Collie,…	39,42 € VAT incl.	7 days
Dermatomyositis (DMS) Complex immune disease affecting the vasculature of skin and muscle in the Collie and Shetland Sheepdog (Sheltie).	73,94 € VAT incl.	15 days
Exercise-Induced Paroxysmal Dyskinesia (PED) Paroxysmal movement disorder of the Shetland Sheepdog (Sheltie) triggered by exercise and stress.	63,65 € VAT incl.	15 days
Gallbladder Mucocele (GBM) Dilatation of the gallbladder due to accumulation of abnormal mucus (mucin) that distends the wall and predisposes to rupture and biliary peritonitis.	63,65 € VAT incl.	15 days
von Willebrand Disease Type 3 (vWD3) The most severe form of von Willebrand disease, with virtual absence of von Willebrand factor (vWF) and severe haemorrhagic diathesis.	63,65 € VAT incl.	15 days

Frequently asked questions

Question: Is it necessary to refrigerate samples for genetic tests (PCR)?

Answer: No, it is not necessary

10/02/2014

Q.: Should swabs be sent with transport medium?

A.: Yes, as long as the medium does not contain activated charcoal (it is black in color)

10/02/2014

Q.: In dogs that present the MDR1 gene mutation, which medications must be taken into account?

A.: MDR1 - Drug sensitivity mdr1 gene

14/06/2018

Before ordering a pack

What does a pack include?

It groups all the tests listed in its sheet, all carried out in our own laboratory, with full sample traceability. The report gives the result of every variant analysed.

How is the sample taken?

A cheek swab with the kit we send to your home: swab the cheeks, let it dry and post it back to us. Step-by-step instructions are included.

How long does the result take?

Reference turnaround: 7 days from receipt of a valid sample.

Who pays for shipping?

The kit is shipped free to Spain, the EU and the UK. Shipping the sample back to the laboratory is paid by the customer.

Can I order with a company VAT number?

EU companies with a valid VAT number are not charged VAT (reverse charge); private buyers are charged Spanish VAT.

What if my animal is a carrier?

Being a carrier does not mean being affected: the report states the inheritance pattern, and it is best to discuss the result with your veterinarian before planning any mating.