Turnaround time
10 workdays
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Genetic test for the Clown variant in MC1R in ball pythons.

Overview
This genetic test assesses the MC1R c.149G>A variant associated with the Clown phenotype in ball pythons. Clown animals typically show larger, lighter lateral patches, reduced dorsal patterning and a distinctive head pattern. The result helps determine whether the tested animal is free, carrier or positive for the tested variant. Other colour and pattern factors can still influence the final appearance.
Included subanalyses
This analysis includes the following subanalysis:
Phenotypes
Allele combinations & result interpretations
Below, for each tested locus, you will find the possible allele combinations that may be reported within this analysis, together with a brief explanation of their genetic meaning. The interpretation of possible interactions between different loci is included in the report, but is not shown here in full because that would lead to too many combinations on this page. The final expression may also depend on other genes and their interaction.
Allele combination: No tested Clown variant detected (GG)
This animal does not carry the tested Clown-associated MC1R variant. It will not pass on the tested variant. Other colour and pattern factors can still influence the final appearance.
Allele combination: Carrier of the tested Clown variant (GA)
This animal carries one copy of the tested Clown-associated MC1R variant. It can pass the variant to offspring. One copy does not usually explain the full Clown phenotype on its own, and other genetic factors can still shape the final pattern.
Allele combination: Clown-associated genotype detected (AA)
This animal has the tested Clown-associated MC1R genotype. It will pass the tested variant to offspring. Visible intensity and pattern can still vary because of other genetic factors.
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