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Use of multi-trait and random regression models to identify genetic variation in tolerance to porcine reproductive and respiratory syndrome virus.
Genetics, selection, evolution : GSE - 19 Apr 2017
Lough Graham, Rashidi Hamed, Kyriazakis Ilias, Dekkers Jack C M, Hess Andrew, Hess Melanie, Deeb Nader, Kause Antti, Lunney Joan K, Rowland Raymond R R, Mulder Han A, Doeschl-Wilson Andrea
Abstract excerpt
BACKGROUND: A host can adopt two response strategies to infection: resistance (reduce pathogen load) and tolerance (minimize impact of infection on performance). Both strategies may be under genetic control and could thus be targeted for genetic improvement. Although there is evidence that supports a genetic basis for resistance to porcine reproductive and respiratory syndrome (PRRS), it is not known whether pigs...
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