The
Process for Collecting Data for DNA Research
If you have a Forest Cat that has
been diagnosed positive for HCM by a certified Cardiologist, please follow the
guidelines below. By participating in the study you will be helping Dr. Meurs'
research to identify the mutation in the gene responsible for causing HCM in the
NFC. The more cats we have for the study will result in more consistent and
accurate data.
This process is in the beginning
stages and as we receive feedback from Dr Meurs, we'll
be adding steps that you'll need to follow to this page.
Step One
Scan official Echo results of your cat and attach as pdf or word doc with
e-mail addressed to Dr. Kathryn Meurs:
Please put in the subject the breed of cat - NFC HCM DNA Research Study
In the e-mail, please introduce yourself and include a telephone number where
you can be reached. Give a brief history of the affected cat participating in
the study and attach the official Echo and Pedigree of the affected cat. Your
information will remain confidential.
*Please note that if you need help
with emailing results to Dr Meurs, please feel free to send an email to
Melissa for assistance.
Directions will be provided by Dr. Meurs regarding the collection of blood
via the special tube with DNA buffer. Dr. Meurs will include instruction
regarding the amount of blood required and the instructions for shipping.
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