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Geneprob Herd Analysis for Recessive Genes Available to Canadian
Angus Members
The Canadian Angus
Association is providing members with herd analysis reports that
identify the probability of your animals carrying the genes for
AM, NH and OS. The fee for a report is $15 if the report is
provided electronically and $25 if a printed report is produced
and mailed. The report will identify any animals
that have been tested for the genes. In the example below AMC
would mean that an animal has been tested for AM and found to be
a carrier. All animals that have been tested and found to be
free of AM would be designated AMF. Animals that have not been
tested but do not have the occurrence of AM anywhere in their
pedigrees, and therefore, do not have the probability of having
inherited the gene will be labeled AMFU. This stands for AM Free
Untested or AM Free derived by pedigree analysis. If an animal
has AM in their pedigree the probability of it inheriting the
gene will be calculated and the animal will have AMS% associated
with it. A calf whose sire is AMC will display AMS 50%. The
report will also provide a pedigree analysis on sire and dam of
each animal.
Geneprob Report Legend:
AM = Arthrogryposis Multiplex
NH = Neuropathic Hydrocephalous
OS = Osteopetrosis
C = Tested Carrier
F = Tested Free
FU = Free Untested, derived from pedigree
analysis
S% = Probability of having inherited the gene
DNA testing for these
recessive genes is available from several accredited
laboratories, including MMI Genomics, Pfizer Animal Genetics,
Igenity, and AgriGenomics; and can be performed on hair, semen
and blood samples. Members can
contact Kajal at
1-888-571-3580 to arrange for testing. DNA test results are
displayed by most Angus associations on their websites and on
pedigree certificates using “C” for carrier animals and “F” for
animals tested free of the defect.
Members can
request a Geneprob analysis of their herd at anytime. Angus breeders have
access to DNA tests validated on Angus animals only to ensure
that potential buyers have complete confidence when buying Angus
animals. For more information on genetic defect and DNA testing
please
click
here or contact Kajal
at 1-888-571-3580. |
