Atrophie progressive de la rétine (g-PRA)

The Progressive Retinal Atrophy(PRA) leads to a degeneration of the retina and results in...plus
Disease
The progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) is an inherited eye disorder leading to a degeneration of the photoreceptor cells of the retina. Fundus changes are bilateral and symmetrical. Initially,a loss of function of the rod cells is observed proceeding in night blindness and decreased adaptation of vision. In the final stage, degeneration of the cone cells results in complete blindness. The onset of the diseases varies between different breeds but is often not diagnosed before the age of six.
Breed
Schapendoes neerlandais
Heredity
autosomal recessive
Test duration
1-2 weeks after arrival of the sample in the lab
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