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Polymorphism in the coding region sequence of GDF8 Gene in Indian Sheep
The present study was undertaken to identify polymorphism in the coding sequence of GDF8 gene across indigenous meat type sheep breeds. A 1647 bp sequence was generated, encompassing 208 bp of the 5'UTR, 1128 bp ...
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Genetic Variation and Relationship of Six Indian Sheep Breeds Adapted to the Northwestern Arid Zone of Rajasthan
This study illustrates the genetic diversity and relationships within and among six Indian sheep breeds of the northwestern arid region of Rajasthan, based on microsatellite markers. The range of allele divers...
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Genetic Polymorphism of the β-Lactoglobulin Gene in Native Sheep from India
The genetic polymorphism of the β-lactoglobulin (β-LG) gene was determined in 638 animals belonging to 15 native Indian sheep breeds reared in different agroecological regions for various production traits. Varia...
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Genetic Polymorphism of Type 1 Intermediate Filament Wool Keratin Gene in Native Indian Sheep Breeds
Information is presented on the genetic polymorphism of the Type 1 intermediate filament wool keratin gene in 15 native Indian sheep breeds belonging to different agro-ecological regions of India. The study an...
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Evaluation of placental drainage as a method of placental delivery in vaginal deliveries
We describe a prospective study, done over a 2-year period in which a total of 958 women having a vaginal delivery were randomised to the drainage method (478 women) or controlled cord traction method (480 wom...