Sex determination and the Y chromosome: the application of molecular genetic technique to behavioral genetics.

doi:10.1007/BF01070749

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Sex determination and the Y chromosome: the application of molecular genetic technique to behavioral genetics.

Behavior genetics - 1 Jan 1990

Platt T

Abstract excerpt

In mammals, the Y chromosome mediates both gonadogenesis and spermatogenesis. It is also known to influence such traits as histocompatibility, sperm head morphology, pubertal (but not adult) testosterone level, sexual behavior, and aggressive behavior. An immediate goal in my laboratory is the is...

Topics

Animals
DNA
Female
Genetic Techniques
Genetics, Behavioral
Male
Mice
Mice, Transgenic
Phenotype
Sex Determination Analysis
Sex Differentiation
Y Chromosome

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