Application of microsatellite markers for breeding and genetic conservation of herds of Pantaneiro sheep
Background: The aim of the present study was to assess the genetic diversity of Pantaneiro sheep, using microsatellite markers, in order to assist maintenance and management plans, enhance mating systems and reduce the inbreeding rate. A total of 127 animals were genotyped at eight microsatellite lo...
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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Elsevier
2014-11-01
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| Series: | Electronic Journal of Biotechnology |
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| Online Access: | http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0717345814001183 |