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Identification and Functional Annotation of Genes Related to Bone Stability in Laying Hens Using Random Forests.
Genes - 8 May 2021
Jansen Simon, Baulain Ulrich, Habig Christin, Ramzan Faisal, Schauer Jens, Schmitt Armin Otto, Scholz Armin Manfred, Sharifi Ahmad Reza, Weigend Annett, Weigend Steffen
Abstract excerpt
Skeletal disorders, including fractures and osteoporosis, in laying hens cause major welfare and economic problems. Although genetics have been shown to play a key role in bone integrity, little is yet known about the underlying genetic architecture of the traits. This study aimed to identify genes associated with bone breaking strength and bone mineral density of the tibiotarsus and the humerus in laying hens....
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