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Whole genome sequencing identifies a homozygous nonsense mutation in the JPH2 gene in Shih Tzu dogs with progressive retinal atrophy.
Animal genetics - 1 Oct 2021
Urkasemsin G, Pongpanich M, Sariya L, Kongcharoen A, Buddhirongawatr R, Rungarunlert S, Ferreira J N, Chetruengchai W, Phokaew C, Srichomthong C, Shotelersuk V
Abstract excerpt
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA), common autosomal recessive disorder affecting several dog breeds including Shih Tzu, is characterized by degeneration of photoreceptors leading to blindness. To identify PRA genetic variants, three affected and 15 unaffected Shih Tzu and 20 non-Shih Tzu were recruited. Dogs underwent ophthalmologic examination and electroretinography, revealing hallmark retina pathological...
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