Rottweiler Health Panel

Description

Rottweiler

This panel bundles together several genetic tests relevant to Rottweiler health.

Panel can be purchased on MyVGL. See below for pricing and list of specific tests included in panel.

Price

$130 per animal

Turnaround time

At least 15 business days; may be delayed beyond 15 business days if sample requires additional testing, or a new sample is requested.

Tests in This Panel

Degenerative Myelopathy (DM)

Degenerative myelopathy (DM) is an inherited neurologic disorder of dogs characterized by gradual muscle wasting and loss of coordination typically beginning in the hind limbs. Testing is most appropriate for those breeds in which the clinical disease has been associated with the SOD1 allele.

Leukoencephalomyelopathy (LEMP) in Rottweilers and Great Danes

Leukoencephalomyelopathy is a neurodegenerative disorder of the central nervous system characterized by a generalized, progressive loss of balance with increasing immobility.

Neuroaxonal Dystrophy (NAD) in Rottweilers

Neuroaxonal dystrophy (NAD) in Rottweiler dogs is a degenerative neurological disease characterized by uncoordinated movements and tremors.

Polyneuropathy with Ocular Abnormalities and Neuronal Vacuolation (POANV)

Polyneuropathy with ocular abnormalities and neuronal vacuolation is a progressive, fatal neurological disorder seen in Black Russian Terriers and Rottweilers.

X-linked Myotubular Myopathy (XLMTM) in Rottweilers

X-linked myotubular myopathy in Rottweilers is an inherited muscle disease that manifests with severe, progressive muscle atrophy in puppies.

Type of Sample

Interdental/GUM brushes supplied by owner

Cytology Brush-supplied by VGL at no additional charge

Species

Dog

Breed

Rottweiler

Type of Panel

Health