Dog genetic testing versus cancer testing: what’s the difference?

Different views of the same dog

Genetic testing looks at inherited DNA variants. Cancer testing looks for information about cancer and how it changes. Epigenetics and cell-free DNA add further detail about the cells in your dog’s body. Together, these approaches build a fuller molecular picture.

Genetics: the inherited starting point

Genetic health testing identifies variants associated with inherited conditions, physical traits, ancestry and drug responses. Your vet can use relevant findings to plan care for your dog. UC Davis: genetic testing in pets.

Epigenetics and cfDNA: information about cell state

Epigenetic marks help cells use DNA and carry information about cell identity and state. Cell-free DNA consists of fragments released into the bloodstream, carrying sequence information, physical patterns and epigenetic marks. Liquid biopsy reads these signals, including patterns associated with cancer.

The CANDiD study demonstrated multi-cancer detection from blood-derived DNA in dogs. Canos bioinformatics integrates complementary signals from canine cancer studies.

Origin brings these views together

Canos Origin combines cancer detection with a comprehensive genomic health baseline. It detects cancer signals in blood while mapping genetics, epigenetics and cfDNA. Bank your dog’s own reference today and carry it into the future.

Origin is now $499, reduced from $699, including the vet visit. Blood draws are open, and we’re now processing samples.

For cancer detection and monitoring

Guardian offers the cancer screening part of Origin as a focused $199 test. OncoTrack follows molecular residual disease and cancer-associated signals through treatment and follow-up.

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