CRY1
Cryptochromes can function as magnetoreceptor molecules that allow animals to detect the Earth’s magnetic field. Most birds express Cryptochrome 1 (CRY1) in the retina of their eyes, which made it a good candidate for involvement in the widespread navigation capabilities of birds. This led to the discovery of a mutation in the CRY1 gene (AG to TT) of some racing pigeons that is significantly associated with racing performance.
This study can be found here: CRY-1
This test identifies whether a pigeon has the less common, favorable TT allele. The possible results of this test are AG/AG, AG/TT or TT/TT.
Sample requirements: please provide one feather approximately 2 inches long (the same feather can be used for multiple tests).
Results are typically available within 3 weeks.
Cryptochromes can function as magnetoreceptor molecules that allow animals to detect the Earth’s magnetic field. Most birds express Cryptochrome 1 (CRY1) in the retina of their eyes, which made it a good candidate for involvement in the widespread navigation capabilities of birds. This led to the discovery of a mutation in the CRY1 gene (AG to TT) of some racing pigeons that is significantly associated with racing performance.
This study can be found here: CRY-1
This test identifies whether a pigeon has the less common, favorable TT allele. The possible results of this test are AG/AG, AG/TT or TT/TT.
Sample requirements: please provide one feather approximately 2 inches long (the same feather can be used for multiple tests).
Results are typically available within 3 weeks.
Cryptochromes can function as magnetoreceptor molecules that allow animals to detect the Earth’s magnetic field. Most birds express Cryptochrome 1 (CRY1) in the retina of their eyes, which made it a good candidate for involvement in the widespread navigation capabilities of birds. This led to the discovery of a mutation in the CRY1 gene (AG to TT) of some racing pigeons that is significantly associated with racing performance.
This study can be found here: CRY-1
This test identifies whether a pigeon has the less common, favorable TT allele. The possible results of this test are AG/AG, AG/TT or TT/TT.
Sample requirements: please provide one feather approximately 2 inches long (the same feather can be used for multiple tests).
Results are typically available within 3 weeks.