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Genome-wide association mapping and pathway analysis of leukosis incidence in a US Holstein cattle population.
Animal genetics - 1 Aug 2016
Abdalla E A, Peñagaricano F, Byrem T M, Weigel K A, Rosa G J M
Abstract excerpt
Bovine leukosis virus is an oncogenic virus that infects B cells, causing bovine leukosis disease. This disease is known to have a negative impact on dairy cattle production and, because no treatment or vaccine is available, finding a possible genetic solution is important. Our objective was to perform a comprehensive genetic analysis of leukosis incidence in dairy cattle. Data on leukosis occurrence, pedigree...
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