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Gangliosidosis (GM2 Type II – 2) is a lysosomal storage disease in which there is a buildup of GM2 gangliosides (a type of glycolipid) in various tissues.
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Specifications
| Breeds | |
|---|---|
| Gene | |
| Chromosome | A1 |
| Mutation | c.667C>T |
| Organ | |
| Specimen | Swab, Blood EDTA, Blood Heparin, Semen, Tissue |
| Mode of Inheritance | Autosomal Recessive |
| Also known as | GM2, variant 0; Sandhoff |
General information
Gangliosidosis (GM2 Type II – 2) is a lysosomal storage disease in which there is a buildup of GM2 gangliosides (a type of glycolipid) in various tissues.
This variant is for the Japanese Domestic cat breed.
Clinical features
Cats affected with GM2 show progressive neuromuscular dysfunction and impaired growth from an early age. Affected kittens have head tremors at the beginning followed by impaired coordination of leg movements which eventually lead to paralysis.
Additional information
References
Pubmed ID: 16872651
Year published: 2007
Omia ID: 1462
Omia variant ID: