The Animal Genetics Laboratory works closely with the Swedish Kennel Club (SKK) on the various routine tests carried out on dogs, both in terms of specific DNA tests, pedigree checks and identity checks.
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Internationally, some kennel clubs and breeding associations require that a dog to be exported or used in breeding has a so-called DNA profile. A DNA profile can be seen as a ‘genetic ID card’ based on a number of genetic markers in the genome. The markers used, microsatellites, have been validated by the International Society for Animal Genetics (ISAG). These microsatellites are variable and often differ between individuals. To produce a DNA profile, 23 ISAG markers are analyzed. Together, these gene variants form a unique profile for each individual, like a genetic fingerprint. Please note that a DNA profile does not indicate the breed of your dog. The DNA profile is according to the ISAG 2006 standard.
Samples are taken from all possible parents (including the mother) involved in the pedigree case. All puppies in the litter should be DNA typed. The form is completed and signed by both the owner and the veterinarian. The identity of the dog should be verified at the time of sampling. We recommend that blood samples are taken in the first instance. Samples taken with a mouth brush need to be re-analyzed to a greater extent and the response time may therefore be longer.
See instructions for the veterinarian in the order form.
In dogs, there are two common types of the pigment melanin: eumelanin (black) and pheomelanin (red or yellow). In Labradors and Flatcoated Retrievers, the red dogs fade to yellow. We test for gene variants for these colors.
Dog with black mask, only produces offspring with black mask
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Dog with black mask, might produce offspring with black mask
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Dog without black mask
How to do it: step by step
Pay the analysis according to the current price list to Swish or bank transfer. If you want to pay by invoice, see below.
By Swish, to the number 123 322 23 38, in the payment message indicate our reference “HBIO” and the name of the dog.
Through bank transfer: To SLU, 5050-7920, in the payment message state our reference “HBIO” and the dog's name.
If you want an invoice instead, please state this on the order form together with your personal/organization number.
For customers outside Sweden:
Account holder: Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences Account number (IBAN): SE92 1200 0000 0128 1011 9104 BIC/Swift: DABASESX Bank address: Norrmalmstorg 1, 111 46 Stockholm, Sweden
