Angus Genetic Conditions
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Angus genetic conditions
Hereford Genetic Conditions
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Hereford genetic conditions
Poll
With SNP based Poll testing, the Poll
gene can now be identified with a
lot more accuracy
Coat Colour
Several genes are involved in the process of creating the complex coat colours and
patterns found in domestic cattle
Myostatin
A hormone produced by muscle cells that
inhibits muscle differentiation and growth.
Leptin
Leptin is a hormone that regulates feed intake, energy expenditure and
whole-body energy balance
Dwarfism/BD1
This test is for bulldog dwarfism which is an autosomal recessive lethal mutation
BVD/Pesti
The virus can infect a foetus in utero by crossing the placental barrier and establish itself in the calf when its immune system is still immature
Tenderness
Beef tenderness is a complex trait influenced by inherent muscle properties
Myophosphorylase
Myophosphorylase is an enzyme that releases
glucose from glycogens stored in muscle
Progressive Ataxia
In Charolais cattle, progressive ataxia begins with an unsteady gait and stiff hind limbs, leading to permanent recumbency
