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Genetic Architecture of Egg Production Traits in Chickens: A Systematic Review.
International journal of molecular sciences - 10 Jun 2026
Kochetova Olga, Korytina Gulnaz, Timasheva Yanina, Gilyazova Irina, Chumakova Anna, Karunas Alexandra, Khusnutdinova Elza, Gusev Oleg
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Egg production in Gallus gallus domesticus represents a complex, economically critical trait shaped by multiple interrelated phenotypes, including age at first egg, total egg number, egg weight, and clutch characteristics. These traits are governed by polygenic inheritance and modulated by environmental factors, making the dissection of their genetic architecture essential for improving breeding efficiency,...
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