Familial adenomatous polyposis(FAP)
Also known as: Familiäre adenomatöse Polyposis · APC-associated polyposis · Familial gastrointestinal polyposis · Adenomatous polyposis coli
Overview
What it is
Familial adenomatous polyposis is an inherited genetic condition that causes numerous polyps, which are abnormal tissue growths, to form in a dog's colon and rectum. Over time, these initially non-cancerous growths almost always progress into malignant colorectal cancer. This disease primarily affects the lower digestive tract.
How it presents
Owners typically notice symptoms in young to middle-aged dogs, including chronic or bloody diarrhea, mucus in the stool, weight loss, and straining during defecation.
Treatment
The condition is incurable but can be managed through lifelong monitoring, regular colonoscopies, and surgical removal of the growths. This ongoing care is costly, with lifetime treatment expenses typically ranging from €3,000 to €12,000.
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 Familial adenomatous polyposis?
Familial adenomatous polyposis is an inherited genetic condition that causes numerous polyps, which are abnormal tissue growths, to form in a dog's colon and rectum. Over time, these initially non-cancerous growths almost always progress into malignant colorectal cancer. This disease primarily affects the lower digestive tract.
How is Familial adenomatous polyposis 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.