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NEWS! CHANGES TO EQUINE TESTING SERVICES PDSAz is currently the only laboratory in the world offering both tests available for the Agouti alleles in horses: 1) recessive black 'a' 2) seal brown 'At' (Click for more details: Agouti) Due to advances in the DNA technology during the last two decades, and with the recent identification of some genes and mutations causing differences in hair color or underlying certain disorders in Equines, DNA testing has become the method of choice, providing invaluable information for the owners and breeders. Because practically all cells in the body of the same individual contain identical DNA, and the laboratory tests are extremely sensitive, any easily obtainable "live" material is useful as a source for DNA testing. The material of choice in equine testing is pulled hair from the mane or tail, and must contain intact root bulbs (follicles), which are the source of DNA. (Please note: a young foal's mane hair is typically too fine, so the coarser tail hair should be used). *********************************** |
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Equine (Horse and Donkey) DNA Color Testing
RESULTS AVAILABLE: 7-10 business days International orders: Please call or email for our USDA Import Permit (we accept samples from Canada, Mexico, South America, European Union, Australia, New Zealand, and United Arab Emirates). Please include your payment (in US$ only) with samples. We accept checks, money orders, Visa, and Master card. (Please note that there is a $10 extra charge for any returned check; unpaid balances are charged an additional 10% per month)
HORSES - Recessive Non-Agouti ('a') [$25 per animal] - Seal Brown ('At') [$40 per animal] - Comprehensive Agouti = 'a' plus 'At' combined [$60 per animal] DONKEYS - Red Factor ('Sorrel') [$40 per animal] - No-Light-Points ('NLP') [$40 per animal] |
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Please click for printable forms:
Instructions for Specimen Collection/Equine DNA Testing Request Form for Equine DNA Testing |
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Testing fee includes Preliminary report (by phone, email, or FAX), and Final report (certificate) by regular mail or PDF within 4 weeks after testing is completed. |
Submit samples to:
Pet DNA Services of AZ(R)
2525 S Rural Road, #5-S
Tempe, AZ 85282
* Seal Brown Quarter Horse photograph courtesy of Lisa Etzel from St. Anthony, IA
** Brown Standard Donkey photograph courtesy of The American Donkey and Mule Society (ADMS)