Characterization of Three Ovine KRTAP13 Family Genes and Their Association with Wool Traits in Chinese Tan Sheep

    October 2024 in “ Animals ”
    Lingrong Bai, Huitong Zhou, Jianning He … Jon G. H. Hickford
    Studysummary This study identified three genes in the ovine KAP13 family on chromosome 1 and found that a specific allele of KRTAP13-2 is associated with improved wool fibre diameter uniformity in Chinese Tan sheep, suggesting its potential use as a marker for enhancing wool traits.
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