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K793

Cats have several different possible serotypes (blood types): Type A, Type B and the more uncommon Type AB (sometimes known as Type C).

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Specifications

Breeds

Gene

specimen

Swab, Blood EDTA, Blood Heparin, Semen, Tissue
Mode of Inheritance

Chromosome

Year Published

General information

Cats have several different possible serotypes (blood types): Type A, Type B and the more uncommon Type AB (sometimes known as Type C). Type A is “normal”; Types B and AB can be caused by a number of recessive mutations to the gene CMAH. Serotypes A and B are incompatible with each other, and can cause a fatal reaction.

Besides being relevant for medical issues such as blood transfusion, a cat’s serotype is significant for breeding. If a kitten with Serotype A is born to a mother with Serotype B, it is at risk from the A-targeting antibodies in the mother’s milk. This causes a potentially lethal reaction known as Feline Neonatal Erythrolysis (NI) or “Fading Kitten Syndrome”.

Clinical features

Additional information

There are many mutations that can potentially result in a Type B allele in cats. Not all of them are tested here.

The Blood Group AB genetic test for cats can determine whether your cat likely has Serotype AB or not. If negative, it does not determine whether the cat has Serotype A or B.

The serological test (K712) directly determines your cat’s serotype. This can only be tested on a blood sample.

References

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Omia ID: 119

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