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Trait correlated expression combined with expression QTL analysis reveals biological pathways and candidate genes affecting water holding capacity of muscle.
BMC genomics - 31 Jul 2008
Ponsuksili Siriluck, Jonas Elisabeth, Murani Eduard, Phatsara Chirawath, Srikanchai Tiranun, Walz Christina, Schwerin Manfred, Schellander Karl, Wimmers Klaus
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BACKGROUND: Leakage of water and ions and soluble proteins from muscle cells occurs during prolonged exercise due to ischemia causing muscle damage. Also post mortem anoxia during conversion of muscle to meat is marked by loss of water and soluble components from the muscle cell. There is considerable variation in the water holding capacity of meat affecting economy of meat production. Water holding capacity...
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