What is it about?
FABP4 3691G>A and 2834C>G polymorphisms and the 3691G>A and 2834C>G interactions can be used as selection parameters in breeding programmes to improvemeat yield and carcass characteristics.
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Why is it important?
Determination of possible associations between gene polymorphisms and carcass characteristics may be useful in improving meat yield and quality. Therefore, the aim of this study was to investigate the bovine FABP4 gene 3691G>A and 2834C>G polymorphisms and interaction effects that are associated with live weight, carcass characteristics and meat quality in Holstein bulls
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Our study showed that FABP4 gene polymorphisms may have potential for meat yield and quality. Besides, this study is the only report investigating the FABP4 3691G>A and 2834C>G polymorphisms in Holstein populations to evaluate the carcass characteristics and meat quality. Focusing on these possible associations and characterization of FABP4 is highly relevant for elucidating the influence of this genomic region on observed carcass characteristics and meat quality traits such as weight gain, fat deposition, marbling score and body-fat mass in marker-assisted selection programmes. Moreover, the results could therefore be indicative for future studies on lipid and glucose homeostasis in livestock.
Mr Faruk BALCI
Uludag Universitesi
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This page is a summary of: Association of Single Nucleotide Polymorphisms in the FABP4 Gene with Carcass Characteristics and Meat Quality in Holstein Bulls, January 2017, De Gruyter,
DOI: 10.1515/aoas-2016-0045.
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