Here's the latest word about the EIC Test

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Hi, it's Katie from of the U of MN.

Yes, we have been travelling around the area collecting samples for our EIC study. We've been collecting samples to obtain an unbiased (as far as EIC affected) sampling of the Field Trial labradors to determine how common carriers are within the population.

We do believe that we have found the mutation responsible for EIC. This is not verified through functional studies (future research), and it has not yet been peer reviewed, as we are in the midst of writing the manuscript. This test is not considered a certified result at this point. Given this, we are confident in our test's ability to provide a VERY high likeliness of status.

We will NOT ever disclose results for any dog to the public in any way. We will NOT be the keepers of any public database for test results. This would be something setup either as a breed club moderated forum, or may be done if/when the test is contracted out (similar to CNM). We depend on breeders/owners to provide us with samples, and confidentiality is an important factor in people's decision to participate.

Further samples are only being accepted on a case by case basis at this time.

Thanks to all who have helped us get this far!

Katie Minor


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