The genetics of feeding in Caenorhabditis elegans.

doi:10.1093/genetics/133.4.897

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The genetics of feeding in Caenorhabditis elegans.

Genetics - 1 Apr 1993

Avery L

Abstract excerpt

The pharynx of Caenorhabditis elegans is a nearly self-contained neuromuscular organ responsible for feeding. To identify genes involved in the development or function of the excitable cells of the pharynx, I screened for worms with visible defects in pharyngeal feeding behavior. Fifty-two mutations identified 35 genes, at least 22 previously unknown. The genes broke down into three broad classes: 2 pha genes,...

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Animals
Caenorhabditis elegans
Feeding Behavior
Genes, Helminth
Muscle, Smooth
Mutation
Nervous System Physiological Phenomena
Pharynx
Phenotype
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PMID: 8462849
DOI: 10.1093/genetics/133.4.897
PMCID: PMC1205408

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