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A genome-wide association study to detect genetic variation for postpartum dysgalactia syndrome in five commercial pig breeding lines.
Animal genetics - 1 Aug 2013
Preissler Regine, Tetens Jens, Reiners Kerstin, Looft Holger, Kemper Nicole
Abstract excerpt
Postpartum dysgalactia syndrome (PDS) in sows is an important disease after parturition with a relevant economic impact, affecting the health and welfare of both sows and piglets. The genetic background of this disease has been discussed and its heritability estimated, but further genetic analyses are lacking in detail. The aim of the current study was to detect loci affecting the susceptibility to PDS through a...
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