Genetic Polymorphism of Growth Hormone Gene in Dorper Sheep using PCR-RFLP
Molabe Kagisho Madikadike,
Thobela Louis Tyasi,
Vusi Mbazima
et al.
Abstract:Background: The growth hormone gene has a significant impact on postnatal longitudinal growth and development as well as the metabolism of protein, carbohydrates, and fats moreover its effects indirectly relate to bone and skeletal development. The objective of the study was to identify a single nucleotide polymorphism of the growth hormone gene and its association with growth traits in Dorper sheep. Methods: Data were collected from 50 Dorper sheep of 1 to 2 years of age at the University of Limpopo Experimen… Show more
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