Explore the inherited disease DNA tests available for horses in the MyLabDNA database. This page helps breeders, owners, and veterinarians discover equine genetic disease tests, understand hereditary health risks, and navigate the genetic conditions screened across our horse DNA testing panels.
What are horse genetic disease tests?
Horse genetic disease tests are DNA-based analyses used to identify inherited variants associated with hereditary conditions in horses. They help breeders, owners, and veterinarians better understand whether an animal may be clear, a carrier, or genetically at risk for a specific inherited disorder depending on the condition tested.
Why screen hereditary diseases in horses?
Genetic screening can support breeding decisions, improve long-term health planning, and help reduce the transmission of inherited disorders. These tests are especially useful when evaluating breed-specific risks, checking known family lines, or reviewing the health-related content included in a DNA testing panel.
How to use this page
Browse the full list of genetic disease tests below or use the search box to find a specific condition. Each test page provides more detailed information about the disorder, its clinical context, and the related genetic marker when available. You can also explore breed coverage, coat color tests, and broader horse genetics resources from the links above.
List of horse genetic disease tests
- Endocrine Diseases
- Endocrine Diseases
- Endocrine Diseases
- Auditory Diseases
- Neurological Diseases
- Developmental Disorders
- Developmental Disorders
- Developmental Disorders
- Developmental Disorders
- Developmental Disorders
- Muscular Diseases
- Immunological Diseases
- Dermatological Diseases
- Immunological Diseases
- Skeletal Diseases
- Neurological Diseases
- Muscular Diseases
- Endocrine Diseases
- Muscular Diseases
- Dermatological Diseases
- Dermatological Diseases
- Neurological Diseases
- Developmental Disorders
- Muscular Diseases
- Oncological Diseases (Cancers)
- Muscular Diseases
- Haematological Diseases
- Developmental Disorders
Frequently asked questions about horse genetic disease tests
What is a horse genetic disease test?
A horse genetic disease test is a DNA test used to detect a known inherited variant associated with a hereditary disorder. Depending on the test, results may help identify whether an animal is genetically clear, a carrier, or at risk for a specific condition.
Why are hereditary disease tests important?
They can support breeding choices, improve risk awareness, and help owners and professionals better understand inherited health traits. Genetic testing is especially useful for breeds known to have predispositions to certain inherited disorders.
Are all horses affected by the same genetic diseases?
No. Some inherited disorders are breed-specific, while others may be found across multiple breeds. That is why breed coverage and test selection are important when choosing a DNA panel.
How do I find the right DNA test for my horse?
You can browse the disease tests listed on this page, explore breed-specific coverage, or compare DNA test panels to identify the most relevant screening options for your animal.