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Testing

DNA testing keeps the integrity of the American Hereford Association breed registry. View DNA sample collection methods, tests and the step by step process below.

Tests Available

Genomic Profile

Basic DNA test includes profile, genetic abnormalities, GE-EPDs and parentage.
(0–6 months, $30.00; 6–12 months, $46.00; >12 months, $60.00)

Genomic Profile + MD Abnormality Test + DB Abnormality Test

Basic DNA test includes profile, genetic abnormalities, GE-EPDs and parentage paired with MD (Mandibulofacial Dysostosis) and DB (Delayed Blindness) tests.
(0–6 months, $43.00; 6–12 months, $59.00; >12 months, $73.00)

Genomic Profile + Horn/Polled

Basic profile, genetic abnormalities, parentage (if available), GE-EPDs and horn/poll test. (0–6 months, $46.00; 6–12 months, $62.00; >12 months, $76.00)

Genomic Profile + Horn/Polled + MD Abnormality Test + DB Abnormality Test

Basic profile, genetic abnormalities, parentage (if available), GE-EPDs, horn/poll test, MD (Mandibulofacial Dysostosis) test and DB (Delayed Blindness) test.
(0–6 months, $59.00; 6–12 months, $75.00; >12 months, $89.00)

MD Abnormality Test + DB Abnormality Combo Test

Test for both Mandibulofacial Dysostosis and Delayed Blindness. $20.00

Horned/Polled test

Tests for the horned/polled gene. $30.00

Tissue Sample Unit

$4.00 – Each sample that is submitted via hair sample and is successfully processed at the lab will incur a $4.00 surcharge to the member.

DNA Testing Step by Step Process

1

Make DNA request on MyHerd or call the AHA office.

2

If requested on MyHerd, go to “pending transactions” and pay for DNA request.

3

After DNA request is paid for, the DNA sample submission form is emailed or mailed to you

4

If emailed, open DNA sample submission form from AHA and print it

5

Collect DNA sample.

6

Mail DNA sample submission form with DNA sample attached to GeneSeek.

7

GeneSeek processes DNA, generates results and returns data to the AHA

8

DNA results are made available on MyHerd.org the same day, or you will receive a results statement via email.

Sample Collection

The AHA accepts hair, blood (blood cards), semen and tissue sampling units (TSU) samples.

Blood Testing

The AHA accepts hair, blood (blood cards), semen and tissue sampling units (TSU) samples.

BLOOD CARD

TSU

The AHA accepts hair, blood (blood cards), semen and tissue sampling units (TSU) samples.

TSU ORDER FORM

Ordering Tests

There are two ways to order a DNA sample submission form. If you are a MyHerd user, you have the ability to order the test online*.

Both MyHerd users and non-users can contact the AHA customer service staff at 816-842-3757 with the registration number and test request.

Understanding Results

A results statement will be available to you via email or mail once the AHA receives results from the lab. The results will notify you if the parentage qualifies and of any abnormalities (normal or carrier). If requested, you will be able to view GE-EPD or H/P status results.

Parentage results

PV (parent verified), SV (sire verified), DV (dam verified).

HH (homozygous horned), PP (homozygous polled), HP (heterozygous horned).

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