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HMGA1 V782



Background

The polymorphism in the gene with the name high mobility group AT-hook 1 (HMGA1) is associated with increased growth and fatness traits in pigs.

Test specific information

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Age

The genetic factor is continuously present, and affects the meatquality.

Throughput

Normally the result can be expected within 15 working days. This turn-around-time starts when both the sample and the fully filled-out and signed submission form have been received.

Location of disease or trait

Meat quality can be assessed in the meat.

Breed dependence

For this test samples from all breeds are accepted.

Sample type

For this DNA test we accept the following materials: Hair, Semen, Blood EDTA, Blood Heparin, Tissue. Please contact PharmaDNA if you wish to submit other material as listed.

Result

Meat quality is based on many genetic factors. For each factor, a separate test result will be returned.

Inheritance

Various genetic factors influencing meat quality are inherited in a dominant or recessive mode. Meat quality is influenced by a large number of genetic factors.

Severity of Disease

Genetic characteristics are not a disease.