Pheomelanin Colour Intensity CFA21 (Various Breeds)

Associated Breed(s):

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Trait (Associated with Phenotype)

Severity:

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

Gene:

CFA21

Variant Detected:

The Pheomelanin Colour Intensity CFA21 variant, which is found in various dog breeds, is associated with the intensity of red/yellow pigment in a dog's coat. The term "pheomelanin" refers to the type of melanin that is responsible for red and yellow pigmentation; the other type, eumelanin, accounts for black and brown pigmentation. Key Details: 1. Gene Location: The variant is located on chromosome CFA21 in dogs. Chromosome locations often signify where specific genetic markers or mutations are found that influence certain traits. 2. Function of Variant: This specific variant affects the intensity of pheomelanin. Dogs with certain versions of this variant will have more intense red or yellow pigmentation in their coats compared to others with different versions of this variant. 3. Breeds Affected: The variant is seen in multiple dog breeds. It is not limited to one specific breed, making it a common area of interest for breeders and geneticists who want to understand and predict coat color variations across different breeds.

Mode of Inheritance:

Autosomal Recessive