A Study on Melatonin Receptor Genes Expression in Embryonic Goose Skin Feather Follicles

The study investigated the role of melatonin receptor genes in the development of goose skin feather follicles by examining tissues at three embryonic stages (E14, E18, and E28). Using fluorescence quantitative PCR, Western Blot, and immunohistochemical methods, the study found that melatonin receptor genes were expressed at varying levels throughout the development stages. Specifically, the expression sites and protein expression levels of Mel1a and RORα changed regularly, as observed through immunohistochemistry and Western Blot analysis. The results suggest that melatonin receptor genes may have a significant regulatory role in the development of goose skin feather follicles.