Background
Part of modern day animal breeding is the assessment of the production value of livestock by using Estimated Breeding Value (EBVs). Selection of breeding animals with superior EBVs in growth rate, egg, meat, milk, or wool production, or other desirable traits has revolutionized livestock production throughout the world. Commonly, EBVs are calculated using statistics such as best linear unbiased prediction.In recent years, genetic data based on DNA has been added to the EBV calculations. Phenotypical traits have been related to segments of DNA, making the genetic data a predictive model for the performance of an animal. These so-called genomic EBVs are indicated as genomic EBVs or gEBVs. VHLGenetics is now able to offer the statistical calculations needed to generate gEBVs through its partner the American organization Council of Dairy Cattle Breeding (CDCB). This test allows for the assessment (calculations) of US-based gEBVs, commonly known as GTPI.
Test specific information
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Age
Throughput
Normally the result can be expected within 15 working days. This turn-around-time starts when both the sample and the fully filled-out and signed submission form have been received.
Location of disease or trait
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Breed dependence
This DNA test is available for the following breeds: Holstein.
Sample type
For this DNA test we accept the following materials: Hair, Semen, Blood EDTA, Blood Heparin, Tissue. Please contact PharmaDNA if you wish to submit other material as listed.
Result
Not in use
Inheritance
Severity of Disease
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