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Genetics of bovine abomasal displacement.
Veterinary journal (London, England : 1997) - 1 Apr 2015
Zerbin Ina, Lehner Stefanie, Distl Ottmar
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Displacement of the abomasum (DA) is a common inherited condition in Holstein cows. This article reviews the genetics of DA including risk factors, genetic parameters and molecular genetic results. Breeds other than Holsteins affected by DA include Guernseys, Jerseys, Brown Swiss, Ayrshires and Simmental-Red Holsteins. In most DA cases, left displacements of the abomasum (LDA) are seen. Lactation incidence rates...
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