HEALTH
How to read the documents
Identification, molecular tests, clinical reports and traceability.
30 SECONDS · In a nutshell
Each document answers a question. DNA identity, genetic variants and clinical examination are different checks.
THREE DIFFERENT QUESTIONS
What does each document tell you?
DNA identification
Which dog does it concern?
Genetic test
Which variant was tested?
Clinical report
What did the professional observe?
None replaces the others. Check identity, issuer, date, test and result. ASCA · Identification · UC Davis · HSF4 test · OFA · Clinical screening.
3 MINUTES → EXPERT · Explanation and sources; open the sections to explore further
Tests, not promises
Health and genetics without shortcuts
Before choosing a puppy or an adult dog, ask about its health and request the available reports. DNA identification, a genetic test and a veterinary examination provide different information. Check which dog each document concerns, who issued it, its date and the result recorded. Ask your veterinarian about anything unclear.
Genetic identification
A DNA profile supports identification and parentage verification; it does not replace tests for inherited disease.
Clinical assessments
Eye, hip and other assessments require appropriate professionals and protocols.
Molecular tests
These tests examine specific variants; keep the original reports and their provenance.
Which documents can you ask for?
| If you want to know… | Look for… | Check… |
|---|---|---|
| How the dog was genetically identified | DNA profile | Identity, laboratory and purpose. ASCA · DNA FAQ |
| Whether a disease variant was tested | The specific test result | Variant, original result and scope; it does not rule out every cause of disease. UC Davis · HSF4 |
| What was observed in the eyes or joints | The relevant clinical report | Professional, date, protocol and conclusion. OFA · Health screening |
| What was tested for colour or merle | Trait test | Loci and the laboratory’s terminology; do not infer genotype from a photograph. UC Davis · Merle |
Each document answers a different question. A report that has not been provided cannot be assumed to contain a normal result.
What you can check before choosing
- Documented
- An associated document supports this specific data item and matches the dog and test. This alone does not certify authenticity or health.
- Declared
- The breeder or owner supplies the information without an associated supporting document; identify who declared it and when.
- No information
- No usable information is recorded. Show the gap instead of filling it by inference.
Ask what supports each piece of information and what is still missing. Review any questions about health reports with your veterinarian.
From the guide to your Lunamar records
The library explains breed and health concepts. The private platform organises dogs and kennels, preserves evidence, explores pedigrees and records reproduction. Reading a guide does not create records, grant access or confirm a result.
To use a document in Lunamar, open the correct profile, import or attach the original, and check identity, issuer, date, test, result and page. Automatic extraction does not replace this check. Declared and Documented are different states; an uploaded file is not necessarily reviewed. Sending documents to a guardian requires selecting attachments, checking the recipient, previewing and confirming the delivery.
For an individual dog, discuss tests and family history with the veterinarian. The system does not diagnose or decide treatment, ovulation or insemination timing. Missing data must remain identified as pending information.
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Application to Lunamar features reviewed on 22 October 2026. Each reading retains the scope of its clinical sources and review dates.