Identification of the Keratin-Associated Protein 22-2 Gene in Capra Hircus and Its Association with Cashmere Traits

    September 2023 in “ Animals ”
    Zhanzhao Chen, Jian Cao, Fangfang Zhao … Shaobin Li
    Studysummary This study found that genetic variants in the goat KRTAP22-2 gene are associated with the mean fiber diameter of cashmere in Longdong Cashmere goats, suggesting these variants could serve as molecular markers for improving cashmere traits.
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