PKD (Polycystic Kidney Disease) DNA testing
is now available

DNA Tests Available

CatDNAtest.org offers affordable feline DNA testing as a tool to more effectively manage parent selection.

DNA services are performed by Texas A&M University Animal Genetics Laboratory, one of the world's leading genetic testing laboratories.

Our DNA testing panel includes: SNP Array
Genetic Evaluation for Cats includes:

PANEL A TESTS:

• Identity/Parentage Markers and Sex determinate markers
• Mucopolysaccharidosis Type VI,VI Mild and MPSVII (MPS1, MPSM and MPS7)
• Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (MYBPC3R) (Ragdoll only)
• Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)
• B blood type (BLDAB) (not valid in Turkish Angoras and Ragdolls)
• Cinnamon (CINNAM)
• Chocolate (CHOC2)
• Points (Points1 and Points2)
• Recessive black (AGOUTI)
• Dilute (DILUT)
• Longhair1, Longhair2, Longhair 4, and Longhair 4_2

PANEL B TESTS:

SNP Array testing Panel B includes everything in Panel A plus PKD

Note: PKD tests must include Panel A. Separate PKD tests will not be available.

Note: The Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (Maine Coon) test was removed from the testing panel on January 1, 2011)

Additional Resources:

• Abstract (HCM): Wess G, Schinner C, Weber K, Küchenhoff H, Hartmann K. Association of A31P and A74T Polymorphisms in the Myosin Binding Protein C3 Gene and Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy in Maine Coon and Other Breed Cats. J Vet Intern Med. 2010 Apr 16. Clinic of Small Animal Medicine, Ludwig-Maximilians-University, Munich, Germany
• Abstract (PKD): Molecular detection of autosomal-dominant feline polycystic kidney disease by multiplex amplification refractory mutation system polymerase chain reaction. Ya-Jane Lee, Hsin-Yu Chen, Min-Liang Wong and Wei-Li Hsu. J Vet Diagn Invest, May 1, 2010; 22(3): 424 - 428.
• Article (PRA): Feline Retinal Atrophy. Felipedia.
• Article (MSM VI and MSM VII): Mucopolysaccharidosis. Felipedia.

CatDNAtest.org is a cooperative effort by the Cat Fanciers' Association, Inc. and Texas A&M University Animal Genetics Laboratory. Together, we offer affordable DNA testing services to breeders, veterinarians, cat lovers, and all who seek feline DNA testing for outstanding, healthier cats.

Clients of CatDNAtest.org have the unique opportunity to have their cat DNA tested at prices they can easily afford. DNA tests can be ordered and paid for online through a simple two-step process.

Once DNA samples have been submitted, tests will be run and you will receive a DNA certificate of the results via email. Your cat's test results will become confidential information distributed to the owner only.

	SNP Array Genetic Evaluation Using our novel state of the art testing procedures, parentage, identity, genetic disease, and traits such as color can be definitively established using SNP Array Genetic Evaluation. More...

Feline DNA Tests Available

CatDNAtest.org offers affordable feline DNA testing as a tool to more effectively manage parent selection. DNA services are performed by Texas A&M University Animal Genetics Laboratory, one of the world's leading genetic testing laboratories. As of January 1, 2011 CatDNAtest.org will not be offering the HCM test for Maine Coons, see further explanation on the linked DNA tests available page. This test is currently available for Ragdolls only.Others tests are continually added to the array. List of DNA tests available...

DNA Test Order Process

DNA tests may be ordered online in a simple, two-step process. Complete the information form for the cat whose DNA you will be submitting. Follow the link to make your payment. More...

DNA Collection

Collection of DNA for testing is a relatively simple process. All feline submissions can easily be obtained using buccal (cheek) swabs. Cats can be tested at any age. Simply open the cat's mouth and rub the inside of the cheek vigorously with the cotton swab to collect the cheek cells, not just saliva. More...