Respiratory distress syndrome, ANLN-related(ARDS)
Also known as: Acute respiratory distress syndrome
Overview
What it is
This hereditary condition is caused by a genetic mutation in the ANLN gene, which severely damages the physical structure of the lungs. The lungs are the primary organs responsible for oxygen exchange, and this structural damage prevents them from functioning properly, leading to acute respiratory distress.
How it presents
Symptoms typically appear in young puppies between one and four weeks of age. Owners will notice severe difficulty breathing, rapid panting, and a bluish tint to the gums and tongue due to a lack of oxygen.
Treatment
There is no cure for this fatal condition, and treatment is limited to supportive care or humane euthanasia to prevent suffering. Veterinary costs for diagnosis and compassionate end-of-life care typically range from 150 to 500 EUR.
How it's tested
Labogen Komplettpaket (rassespezifisch)(Labogen-Panel)
Primary testDNA testRassespezifisches DNA-Panel (Labogen / Laboklin) — bündelt alle relevanten Erbkrankheiten der Rasse in einem Test.
Issuing body: Labogen
Result scheme: Clear/Carrier/Affected
Feragen Komplettpaket (rassespezifisch)(Feragen-Panel)
DNA testRassespezifisches DNA-Panel (Feragen, Österreich) — gleiches Konzept wie Labogen.
Issuing body: Feragen
Result scheme: Clear/Carrier/Affected
Embark Breed + Health Panel(Embark)
DNA testUS-Anbieter; 250+ genetische Erkrankungen + Abstammung. Anerkennung in DE/AT variiert je nach VDH-Verein.
Issuing body: Embark
Result scheme: Clear/Carrier/Affected
MyDogDNA Panel(MyDogDNA)
DNA testGenoscoper-basiertes Panel (Mars Petcare). 200+ Erkrankungen + Rassenkomposition.
Issuing body: MyDogDNA
Result scheme: Clear/Carrier/Affected
Affected breeds
Treatment cost
Estimated range of typical treatment cost. Actual cost depends on severity, clinic and region.
Frequently asked
What is Respiratory distress syndrome, ANLN-related?
This hereditary condition is caused by a genetic mutation in the ANLN gene, which severely damages the physical structure of the lungs. The lungs are the primary organs responsible for oxygen exchange, and this structural damage prevents them from functioning properly, leading to acute respiratory distress.
How is Respiratory distress syndrome, ANLN-related tested?
Tests currently in our database: Labogen Komplettpaket (rassespezifisch), Feragen Komplettpaket (rassespezifisch), Embark Breed + Health Panel, MyDogDNA Panel.
Which breeds are most affected?
This condition isn't tied to a specific breed in our database.