Is the DDC DNA test for coat colors accurate? And I hate to admit this, but I haven't a clue as to which one of these locus tests I'm supposed to order. Can someone clarify this for me?
It seems accurate to me on the two Labs I tested back when they could do EIC, as color was a cheap add on then, as it still can be with CNM. What are your concerns? Call them and discuss it, as they are helpful. Are you simply looking for a black or chocolate carrying the yellow gene, dilutes, brindle points. white factor, or what?
I want to find out if my black bitch which carries chocolate also carries the yellow gene. I am thinking about breeding her to a chocolate dog that also carries yellow. I want to avoid yellow puppies if possible.
I got what I expected but didn't want: yellow girl carrying chocolate. It is a small thing, but it changed my stud selection, and I am happy that I tested.
Call or email them with your question, and they walk you through it. The test is fairly straight forward. Good luck!
I believe that you are testing the E locus. You could also test for coat length. I was thrilled to find that my girl, while she carried for chocolate, at least did not carry the long coat gene of her great grandsire.
http://www.vetdnacenter.com/canine-dna-coat-color.html
E Locus (DNA marker tested – R306ter)
Most often used to determine the relationship of the Black (dominant) to Yellow (recessive). The ee genotype results in a yellow phenotype. (“Yellow” can represent a variety of lighter colors including apricots, reds, creams, and whites)
Possible Genotypes:
EE – does not carry yellow
Ee – yellow carrier
ee – yellow phenotype
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