Explanation of Dilated Cardiomyopathy Results
NORMAL
This dog has tested normal (or clear) for the mutation identified as responsible for development of DCM. It is not at risk for developing this form of DCM. It can only transmit a normal gene to offspring, and current information indicates that dogs with this result can be bred to a dog with any DNA test result without risk of producing affected offspring.
CARRIER
This dog has tested as a carrier for the mutation identified as responsible for development of DCM. Carrier individuals are clinically normal, but may transmit either a normal gene or a mutated/affected gene to potential offspring. To avoid risk of producing an affected puppy, these dogs should only be bred to mates which have been DNA-tested normal.
AFFECTED/AT RISK
This dog has 2 mutated copies of the gene identified as responsible for development of DCM and is at risk for developing clinical symptoms of DCM, usually at about 10 months to 2-1/2 years of age. Once clinical signs appear, most affected dogs do not survive very long. Please contact our research team using the contact information below for additional information, and inclusion in ongoing clinical research.
