GM1-Gangliosidose
GM1-Gangliosidosis (GM1)
General description
GM1-Gangliosidosis in Huskies is a lysosomal storage disease that leads to neurological disorders. Affected dogs suffer from paralysis of the extremities and spasticity of the muscles. At the age of about 8 months most dogs die of this disease.
Breeds
Portuguese Water Dog, Shiba, Siberian Husky
Order details
Test number | 8066 |
Sample material | 0.5 ml EDTA blood, 2x cheek swab, 1x special swab (eNAT) |
Test duration | 3-5 working days |
Test specifications
Inheritance | autosomal recessive |
Detailed description
GM1 gangliosidosis is a lysosomal storage disease that leads to neurological disorders. Affected dogs suffer from paralysis of the extremities and spasticity of the muscles. At the age of about 8 months most dogs die of this disease.