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An Ancient Mutation in the TPH1 Gene is Consistent with the Changes in Mammalian Reproductive Rhythm.
International journal of molecular sciences - 2 Dec 2019
Liu Chenhui, Jiang Xunping, Liu Guiqiong, Wassie Teketay, Girmay Shishay
Abstract excerpt
The reproductive rhythm undergoes several changes during the evolution of mammals to adapt to local environmental changes. Although the critical roles of melatonin (MLT) in the formation of reproductive rhythm have been well established, the genetic basis for the changes of reproductive rhythm remains uncertain. Here, we constructed the phylogenetic trees of 13 melatonin synthesis, metabolism and receptor genes,...
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