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Extraction, structural characterization and SNP identification of related genes of collagen from local pigs in Guizhou.
BMC genomics - 8 May 2026
Zhang Yu Dan, Yang Xiao, Xia Wei, Liu Ying Qu, Zhang Yi Yu, Chen Wei
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BACKGROUND: Collagen, as one of the important components of living organisms, plays a crucial role in supporting and maintaining tissue structure and biological functions. The local pig breed in Guizhou is renowned for its elastic skin, tender meat, and excellent taste. The collagen content in pig skin accounts for approximately 87.7% of the protein content. However, as a by-product after slaughter, the...
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