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Characterization of bovine MHC DRB3 diversity in global cattle breeds, with a focus on cattle in Myanmar.
BMC genetics - 1 Sept 2020
Giovambattista Guillermo, Moe Kyaw Kyaw, Polat Meripet, Borjigin Liushiqi, Hein Si Thu, Moe Hla Hla, Takeshima Shin-Nosuke, Aida Yoko
Abstract excerpt
BACKGROUND: Myanmar cattle populations predominantly consist of native cattle breeds (Pyer Sein and Shwe), characterized by their geographical location and coat color, and the Holstein-Friesian crossbreed, which is highly adapted to the harsh tropical climates of this region. Here, we analyzed the diversity and genetic structure of the BoLA-DRB3 gene, a genetic locus that has been linked to the immune response,...
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