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Genetic diversity of canine olfactory receptors.
BMC genomics - 14 Jan 2009
Robin Stéphanie, Tacher Sandrine, Rimbault Maud, Vaysse Amaury, Dréano Stéphane, André Catherine, Hitte Christophe, Galibert Francis
Abstract excerpt
BACKGROUND: Evolution has resulted in large repertoires of olfactory receptor (OR) genes, forming the largest gene families in mammalian genomes. Knowledge of the genetic diversity of olfactory receptors is essential if we are to understand the differences in olfactory sensory capability between individuals. Canine breeds constitute an attractive model system for such investigations. RESULTS: We sequenced 109 OR...
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