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Dilution Gene in Animals – Coat Color Genetics and DNA Testing

Dilution Gene

Dilution genes reduce the intensity of coat color pigmentation, creating lighter variants such as blue, lilac, or cream depending on the species.

Key Facts

  • Main effect: Lightens eumelanin and/or pheomelanin pigments, producing diluted coat colors.
  • Inheritance: Typically autosomal recessive, species-dependent.

Available Genetic Tests

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