Application of PCR Technique to Detect Polymorphism of the KRTAP1.1 Gene in Three Sheep Breeds: A Review

    April 2021 in “ IntechOpen eBooks ”
    Theopoline Omagano Itenge
    Studysummary This review examines genetic variation in the ovine KRTAP1.1 gene and its potential impact on wool quality, reporting no new findings but suggesting opportunities for developing gene markers for wool and pelt traits.
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