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A genome-wide association study reveals candidate genes and regulatory regions associated with birth weight in pigs.
Animal genetics - 1 Oct 2024
Deng Dadong, Wang Hongtao, Han Kun, Tang Zhenshuang, Li Xiaoping, Liu Xiangdong, Liu Xiaolei, Li Xinyun, Yu Mei
Abstract excerpt
Piglet birth weight is associated with preweaning survival, and its related traits have been included in the breeding program. Thus, understanding its genetic basis is essential. This study identified four birth weight-associated genomic regions on chromosomes 2, 4, 5, and 7 through genome-wide association study analysis in 7286 pigs from three different pure breeds using the FarmCPU model. The genetic and...
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