Characterization of the aldo-keto reductase 1C gene cluster on pig chromosome 10: possible associations with reproductive traits

<p>Abstract</p> <p>Background</p> <p>The rate of pubertal development and weaning to estrus interval are correlated and affect reproductive efficiency of swine. Quantitative trait loci (QTL) for age of puberty, nipple number and ovulation rate have been identified in Me...

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Main Authors: Nonneman Dan J, Wise Tommy H, Ford J Joe, Kuehn Larry A, Rohrer Gary A
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2006-09-01
Series:BMC Veterinary Research
Online Access:http://www.biomedcentral.com/1746-6148/2/28