Fawn Calf Syndrome UpdateJuly 26, 2010
Below is an update
from Dr. Jonathan Beever regarding the development of a DNA diagnostic test
for Contractural Arachnodactyly formerly known as “Fawn Calf Syndrome”.
As with AM and NH, semen supplied by the A.I.
studs was used as part of the validation process in developing the test. Dr.
Beever is providing a pre-commercialization release of these results back to
the studs and to the American Angus Association. These results provide the
status of the bulls tested and give the industry a dramatically better and
more precise risk assessment than has been possible through pedigree analysis
alone.
For a complete list of industry sires, visit
the American Angus Association website. We thank and congratulate Dr. Beever
and his colleagues for their efforts.
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