Progressive Retinal Atrophy 2 (Golden Retriever)(PRA-GR2)
Also known as: Golden Retriever Progressive Retinal Atrophy 2 · GR-PRA2 · GR_PRA2 · TTC8-PRA · Progressive Netzhautatrophie Typ 2 · …
Overview
What it is
Progressive Retinal Atrophy 2 (PRA2) is an inherited eye disorder that affects the retina, which is the light-sensitive layer at the back of the eye. In affected dogs, the specialized cells that detect light, known as photoreceptors, gradually degenerate and die. This progressive loss of cells eventually leads to complete blindness.
How it presents
Symptoms usually begin around 4 to 5 years of age, starting with night blindness where the dog hesitates in the dark. As the disease progresses, daytime vision also deteriorates until the dog becomes completely blind.
Treatment
There is no cure for this condition, and it inevitably leads to blindness. Lifetime management, including regular veterinary ophthalmologist visits and supportive care, typically costs between 500 and 2000 EUR.
How it's tested
ECVO Augenuntersuchung (DOK)(ECVO-DOK)
Primary testEye examAugenuntersuchung durch ECVO-zertifizierten Augentierarzt (Dortmunder Kreis). Erkennt PRA, Katarakt, Entropium, CEA, MPP, RD u.a.
Issuing body: ECVO
Result scheme: Eye-ECVO
Labogen Komplettpaket (rassespezifisch)(Labogen-Panel)
DNA 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
1 of 1 breeds
Treatment cost
Estimated range of typical treatment cost. Actual cost depends on severity, clinic and region.
Frequently asked
What is Progressive Retinal Atrophy 2 (Golden Retriever)?
Progressive Retinal Atrophy 2 (PRA2) is an inherited eye disorder that affects the retina, which is the light-sensitive layer at the back of the eye. In affected dogs, the specialized cells that detect light, known as photoreceptors, gradually degenerate and die. This progressive loss of cells eventually leads to complete blindness.
How is Progressive Retinal Atrophy 2 (Golden Retriever) tested?
Tests currently in our database: ECVO Augenuntersuchung (DOK), Labogen Komplettpaket (rassespezifisch), Feragen Komplettpaket (rassespezifisch), Embark Breed + Health Panel, MyDogDNA Panel.
Which breeds are most affected?
Most commonly affected: Golden Retriever.