Article
Mutations in the STAT5A gene are associated with embryonic survival and milk composition in cattle.
Journal of dairy science - 1 Feb 2008
Khatib H, Monson R L, Schutzkus V, Kohl D M, Rosa G J M, Rutledge J J
Abstract excerpt
The objective of this study was to investigate the association of the signal transducer and activator of transcription 5A (STAT5A) gene with fertilization rate, embryonic survival, and milk production and composition in cattle. The STAT proteins are transcription factors that are specifically activated to regulate gene transcription when cells encounter cytokines and growth factors. The STAT5A gene is a member of...
Read the complete abstract on PubMedTopics
Share this publication in a Topic to start or enrich a Post.
