Article
Genome-wide analysis in Brazilian Xavante Indians reveals low degree of admixture.
PloS one - 1 Jan 2012
Kuhn Patricia C, Horimoto Andréa R V Russo, Sanches José Maurício, Vieira Filho João Paulo B, Franco Luciana, Fabbro Amaury Dal, Franco Laercio Joel, Pereira Alexandre C, Moises Regina S
Abstract excerpt
Characterization of population genetic variation and structure can be used as tools for research in human genetics and population isolates are of great interest. The aim of the present study was to characterize the genetic structure of Xavante Indians and compare it with other populations. The Xavante, an indigenous population living in Brazilian Central Plateau, is one of the largest native groups in Brazil. A...
Read the complete abstract on PubMedTopics
Share this publication in a Topic to start or enrich a Post.
