Article
Identification QTLs Controlling Genes for Se Uptake in Lentil Seeds.
PloS one - 1 Jan 2016
Ates Duygu, Sever Tugce, Aldemir Secil, Yagmur Bulent, Temel Hulya Yilmaz, Kaya Hilal Betul, Alsaleh Ahmad, Kahraman Abdullah, Ozkan Hakan, Vandenberg Albert, Tanyolac Bahattin
Abstract excerpt
Lentil (Lens culinaris Medik.) is an excellent source of protein and carbohydrates and is also rich in essential trace elements for the human diet. Selenium (Se) is an essential micronutrient for human health and nutrition, providing protection against several diseases and regulating important biological systems. Dietary intake of 55 μg of Se per day is recommended for adults, with inadequate Se intake causing...
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