Improper Coat/Furnishings
Kodas: H848
Short description
Improper Coat (IC) has been discovered in the Portuguese water dog and is caused by a mutation in the R-spondin 2 (RSPO2) gene.
General information
Improper Coat (IC) has been discovered in the Portuguese water dog and is caused by a mutation in the R-spondin 2 (RSPO2) gene. The wild-type allele accounts for the phenotype.
Specifications
| Breeds | All Breeds |
|---|---|
| Gene | RSPO2 |
| Organ | Integumentary System |
| Specimen | Swab, Blood EDTA, Blood Heparin, Semen, Tissue |
| Mode of Inheritance | Autosomal Dominant |
| Chromosome | 13 |
| Also known as | IC |
| Year Published | 2010 |
Clinical features
An "improper coat" is characterised by short hair on the head, face, and lower legs, rather than a thick and even coat covering the whole body.
References
Pubmed ID: 20562213
Omia ID: 1498
Turnaround information
- 10 working days