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Fine-mapping and identification of candidate causal genes for tail length in the Merinolandschaf breed
- Source :
- Communications Biology, Vol 5, Iss 1, Pp 1-13 (2022)
- Publication Year :
- 2022
- Publisher :
- Nature Portfolio, 2022.
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Abstract
- Using SNP-association analysis and genetic mapping, a SNP and an insertion in and close to HOXB13 associated with short tail length is identified in Merino sheep, which may be a target for safely selecting shorter tails and improving sheep welfare.
- Subjects :
- Biology (General)
QH301-705.5
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- Language :
- English
- ISSN :
- 23993642
- Volume :
- 5
- Issue :
- 1
- Database :
- Directory of Open Access Journals
- Journal :
- Communications Biology
- Publication Type :
- Academic Journal
- Accession number :
- edsdoj.985dd7ee91e413aa12184c7cf781f01
- Document Type :
- article
- Full Text :
- https://doi.org/10.1038/s42003-022-03854-3