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Identification of Candidate Genes for Sebum Deposition in Pekin Ducks Using Genome-Wide Association Studies.
Genes - 29 Nov 2024
Lv Xueze, Shi Bozhi, Ren Haiyuan, Yang Weifang, Qu Lujiang, Obianwuna Uchechukwu Edna, Lyu Xueqi
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BACKGROUND: Sebum deposition is a vital trait influencing meat quality and production efficiency in Pekin ducks. Providing insights into the genetic basis of fat deposition could help improve breeding strategies aimed at producing high-quality meat ducks. This study aimed to identify the genetic mechanisms and lipid metabolism pathways regulating subcutaneous and intramuscular fat deposition in two Pekin duck...
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