Category:

Trait (Associated with Phenotype)

Gene:

MLPH

Variant Detected:

c.705G>C

Severity:

It is a trait and so is tested based on preference, not usually for health concerns.

Mode of Inheritance:

Autosomal Recessive

Research Citation(s):

Bauer A. et al (2018): A novel MLPH variant in dogs with coat colour dilution. Anim Genet. 49(1):94-97. doi: 10.1111/age.12632. Epub 2018 Jan 19

Associated Breed(s):

Basenji, Chow Chow, French Bulldog, Labradoodle , Labradoodle Retrodoodle , Labrador Retriever, Mixed Breed, Pug, Sloughi, Staffordshire Bull Terrier , Standard Poodle,