2025 Winter Test: Genetic Abnormalities
| Primary Breed(s) of Incidence | Genetic Abnormality | Abbreviation / common reference | DNA Test Available |
|---|---|---|---|
| Angus and Angus influenced, Gelbvieh | Arthrogryposis Multiplex |
AM |
Yes |
| Angus and Angus influenced, Gelbvieh | Neuropathic Hydrocephalus |
NH |
Yes |
| Angus and Angus influenced, Gelbvieh | Contractual Arachnodactyly |
CA |
Yes |
| Angus and Angus influenced, Gelbvieh | Osteopetrosis |
OS |
Yes |
| Angus and Angus influenced | Dwarfism |
D2 |
Yes |
| Dexter | Bulldog Dwarfism (BD) / Chondrodysplasia |
BD1 and BD2 |
Yes |
| Hereford | Maple Syrup Urine Disease |
MSUD |
Yes |
| Hereford | Mandibulofacial Dysostosis |
MD |
Yes |
| Hereford | Ideopathic Epilepsy |
IE |
Yes |
| Hereford | Snorter Dwarfism |
(none) |
No |
| Hereford | Internal Hydrocephalus |
Water head |
No |
| Hereford | Delayed Blindness |
DB |
Yes |
| Salers | Beta (β)-Mannosidosis |
(none) |
Yes |
| Shorthorn, Maine-Anjou, Chianina and Dexter influenced | Pulmonary Hypoplasia with Anasarca |
PHA |
Yes |
| Shorthorn, Maine-Anjou and Chianina influenced | Tibial Hemimelia |
TH |
Yes |