Progressive Retinal Atrophy Type B1 PRA (HIVEP3)

Overview

PRA is an inherited retinal disease in dogs which worsens over time and results in blindness.

Type B1 Progressive Retinal Atrophy in Miniature Schnauzer is another PRA mutation which causes an early onset form of the disease with symptoms occurring within the first five years of age. This form of PRA is caused by a genetic variant in the HIVEP3 gene.

Treatment

There is no cure for PRA.

DNA testing aims to identify any affected or carrier dogs.

Gene Tested : HIVEP3 formerly PPT1

Possible Test Results :

• Clear
• Carrier
• Affected
• Hereditary Clear
• Hereditary Carrier
• Hereditary Affected

Progressive Retinal Atrophy Type B1 PRA (HIVEP3) is a recommended test for the following breeds :

• Miniature Schnauzer