Polymorphisms in Indian Cattle and Buffalo Breeds
Author Information
Author(s): Tantia Madhu S, Vijh Ramesh K, Mishra Bishnu P, Mishra Bina, Kumar ST Bharani, Sodhi Monika
Primary Institution: National Bureau of Animal Genetic Resources
Hypothesis
What is the frequency of DGAT1 and ABCG2 polymorphisms in Indian cattle and buffalo breeds?
Conclusion
All Indian cattle and buffalo breeds have fixed alleles for DGAT1 and ABCG2 genes, which are linked to higher milk fat yield.
Supporting Evidence
- The study identified fixed alleles for DGAT1 and ABCG2 in Indian cattle and buffalo.
- These genes are associated with higher fat yield and protein percentage in milk.
- No variation was observed in the breeds studied for the targeted mutations.
Takeaway
Scientists studied Indian cows and buffaloes to see if certain genes that help produce milk fat were the same in all of them.
Methodology
DNA samples from 20 unrelated animals across various breeds were collected and sequenced for known mutations.
Limitations
The study may not account for all genetic variations across different populations.
Participant Demographics
20 unrelated animals from six breeds of cattle and five breeds of buffalo.
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