Introduction | Infectious Diseases | Genetic
Coat Colour | Canine Parentage

Many important genetic disorders can be detected with DNA testing, and both symptomatic animals as well as asymptomatic carriers of specific genes can be identified. Targeted DNA testing can help control transmission of genetic disorders, and can help in the planning of successful mating.

DNA-based testing offers several advantages over traditional serological testing in disease diagnosis:

• A direct detection tool for nucleic acid sequences specific to organisms of interest,
• Does not rely on nor does it detect the host immune response, and
• Uses PCR (Polymerase Chain Reaction) to amplify DNA, a technique sensitive enough to detect only a few individual organisms.

Download our Large Animal testing handbook for specific information on tests offered for livestock. Our DNA testing menu continues to grow for both large and companion animals. Please see our Online Service Directory for a complete listing.