Phosphofructokinase Deficiency

PFK (Phosphofructokinase deficiency) leads to a lack of the phosphofructokinase enzyme, without which muscle cells and red blood cells are unable to produce enough adequate energy for their needs.

Gene Tested : PFKM

Possible Test Results :

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

Phosphofructokinase Deficiency is a recommended test for the following breeds :

• English Springer Spaniel

Phosphofructokinase Deficiency is an optional test for the following breeds :

• Cocker Spaniel