ACAN-dwarfism is found in Shetland ponies and miniature horses, in which abnormal cartilage growth leading to skeletal problems and dwarfism. Four different disease-causing variants of the ACAN gene are known so far: d1, d2, d3* and d4. The inheritance is autosomal recessive.

This test detects the mutation in the B4GALT7 gene that causes dwarfism in the Friesian horse. The inheritance is autosomal recessive.

Skeletal Atavism - Abnormal bone growth in legs, resulting in dwarfism and leg deformities. It is found in Shetland ponies and Miniature horses.
Symptoms: malformation of legs and joints, short, splayed legs, progressive lameness, impaired movement, pain
This test detects both deletions in the SHOX gene. Please note: the sample submitted for testing must be collected by a...