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Medium-chain acyl-CoA Dehydrogenase (MCAD) (Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Type)

Description

Acyl-CoA dehydrogenase is an enzyme that is responsible for converting the fats to alternative energy sources. Deficiency in this enzymes results in impaired processing of 'medium chained' fatty acids. Characteristics of this disease include prolonged lethargy, complex seizures and proprioceptive ataxia.

Recommended Breeding

Diseases

Medium-chain acyl-CoA Dehydrogenase (MCAD) (Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Type)

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Labels:

Pathogenic (P)

A healthcare provider can use molecular testing information in clinical decision‑making for breeding programs and/or screening.

Category:

Metabolic - Associated with the enzymes and metabolic processes of cells

Severity:

Moderate. This disease can cause significant signs of discomfort and/or dysfunction in affected animals. It may involve relatively high treatment/management costs, and can sometimes reduce life expectancy.

Gene:

ACADM

Variant Detected:

c.444_445delinsGTTAATTCTCAATATTGTCTAAGAATTATG

Mode of Inheritance:

Autosomal Recessive

OMIA Reference:

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Medium-chain acyl-CoA Dehydrogenase (MCAD) (Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Type)