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Selection for lean meat yield in lambs reduces indicators of oxidative metabolism in the longissimus muscle.
Meat science - 1 Feb 2014
Kelman K R, Pannier L, Pethick D W, Gardner G E
Abstract excerpt
Selection for increased lean meat yield using Australian Sheep Breeding Values for reduced post-weaning c-site fat depth (PFAT) and increased post-weaning eye muscle depth (PEMD) reduces the oxidative capacity of muscle. Isocitrate dehydrogenase (ICDH) activity and myoglobin concentration were measured in 3178 and 5580 lambs, respectively, to indicate oxidative capacity. In the progeny of sires with a reduced...
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