Basepaws Cat DNA Test Kit | Feline Breed Groups, Diseases and Traits | Cats DNA Testing Includes 17+ Genetic Diseases | Just Swab & Send a DNA Sample - Get Your Report in Just 4-6 Weeks

Features

• 😻 A MUST-HAVE PRODUCT FOR A CAT PARENT - We all know someone who is the ultimate cat-lover! Whether it’s mom, dad, a friend or a partner, we’ve got the perfect gift for the “cat-people” in your life! First-ever consumer genetics test for cats, developed by Basepaws. We aim to increase knowledge of feline genetics, and of the impact DNA has on the health and behavior of cats. CatKit includes: Comparison of 4 main breed groups, 21 individual breeds, a Chromosome Map and the Wild Cat Index.
• 🐈 SCREEN FOR COMMON FELINE DISEASES - We utilize the same genetic testing approach used to analyze human DNA. We’re the only company on the market whose report includes 39 gene mutations which correspond to 17 feline conditions and diseases, including PKD and HCM. As Seen On Shark Tank and Ellen’s List.
• 📑 EASY AND FAST - Receive results in just 4-6 weeks! Each report consists of 35+ detailed pages describing nearly every possible feline illness (from polycystic kidney disease to mucopolysaccharidosis). Simply swab your cat’s cheek for 5 seconds, then send your sample back to the US-Based Basepaws laboratory. Return shipping is included with each kit sent within the US.
• 🧬 GET INSIGHTS ABOUT YOUR CAT - If you adopted your cat from a shelter or found a stray in your community, chances are their health and history is a big mystery! Yet, you can stay one step ahead and avoid potential threats to their health with actionable insights about possible genetic diseases. Securing a longer, happier future for you and your best friend!
• 😽 IMPORTANT NOTE - this is NOT a breed identifier (we cannot confirm your cat's pedigree). We report the breed composition of your cat by looking for genomic similarities to specific breeds.

Your CatKit includes:

A non-invasive DNA collection method Follow the simple instructions printed on the inside of your CatKit to easily collect your cat's DNA sample by gently swabbing the inside of their cheek.	Free report updates as we grow As we continue our research and expand our database, your cat's breed information will continue to update, for free!	Prepaid return shipping for U.S. orders Prepaid return shipping postage included with all orders placed within the continental U.S. *Canadian and International orders: Return postage is NOT included.

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Our test is simple to take and everyone passes!

1. Activate your CatKit online. This is the MOST IMPORTANT STEP!
2. Collect DNA sample with a cheek swab. It only takes 5 seconds!
3. Mail us your sample via USPS or international shipping.
4. Receive your report in 4-6 weeks from when we receive your sample.

Why is Activating my CatKit important? It is the only way for us to identify your cheek swab sample and connect it to your cat! Before sending back your sample, create an online account, and activate your kit, otherwise, your sample will not be processed.

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Know your cat – inside and out

What kind of cat do you have? We compare each sample against the largest cat DNA database in the world to better understand your cat's breed composition.	Wild Cat Index All cats have the same wildcat ancestry, yet some kitties have more similarities. Find out whose DNA your kitty has inherited more.	Chromosome Map A chromosome map visualizes where each section of your cat's genetic code relates to known cat breeds.

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This can help you identify if your cat is genetically predisposed to a certain condition, thereby allowing you to warn your cat's veterinarian and monitor for potential symptoms as early as possible. We will continually be adding more markers and diseases to our Health Marker Report in parallel to our ongoing research programs.

• PKD - Polycystic kidney disease
• HCM - Hypertrophic cardiomyopathy
• Retinal degeneration
• Myotonya
• and more

The Health Marker Report is the section of the basic Basepaws Cat DNA Report which includes over 39 genetic mutations that correspond to more than 17 genetic conditions, including PKD, HCM, and retinal degeneration. Here you will be able to discover if your cat has tested positive for a genetic variant associated with any of the genetic diseases included in our database.

• The Basepaws Health Marker Report is an insightful Cat DNA test which reports for a number of genetic mutations corresponding to genetic diseases
• Find out if your cat tests positive for genetic variants associated with any of the included genetic diseases and become aware of potential predispositions as early as possible
• With this knowledge you can direct premature monitoring, early diagnosis, and possibly, much more successful disease management
• The Health Marker Report currently includes 17 genetic diseases

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