Identification of SNPs and Expression Patterns of FZD3 Gene and Its Effect on Wool Traits in Chinese Merino Sheep (Xinjiang Type)

    October 2019 in “ Journal of Integrative Agriculture ”
    Bingru Zhao, Xuefeng Fu, Kechuan Tian … Hanikezi Tulafu
    Studysummary This study found that certain FZD3 gene variants were significantly associated with wool traits in Chinese Merino sheep, suggesting potential as genetic markers for breeding.
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