A study on the relationship between TCTA tetranucleotide polymorphism of the HPRT gene and primary hyperuricemia
Authors: Y.S. Zhu, S.G. Wei, R.F. Sun, J.L. Feng, W.J. Kuang, J.H. Lai and S.B. Li
We examined polymorphism of the TCTA tetranucleotide sequence in the 3rd intron of the hypoxanthine-guanine phosphoribosyltransferase (HPRT) gene in the Han population of Ningxia Province in China. We also looked for a possible relationship between STR polymorphism in the 3rd intron of the HPRT gene and primary hyperuricemia. .. Read More»
- Genet. Mol. Res. 10(4):
- 2011.December.15.3
- DOI:
- 10.4238/2011.December.15.3
Development and characterization of microsatellite loci for Tabebuia cassinoides (Bignoniaceae)
Authors: V.Q. Pretti, E. Fran�§oso, D.A. Sfor�§a, F. Pinheiro, D. Meyer and L.G. Lohmann
Tabebuia cassinoides (Lam.) DC., popularly known as caxeta, is a tree species that belongs to the plant family Bignoniaceae. This species is endemic to the Brazilian Atlantic Forest and is widely exploited commercially. To date, little is known about its genetic structure, preventing the establishment of adequate management plans for this taxon. .. Read More»
- Genet. Mol. Res. 13(3):
- 2014.July.25.15
- DOI:
- 10.4238/2014.July.25.15
Evaluation of genotoxicity of Pseudevernia furfuracea (L.) Zopf by RAPD analysis
Authors: S. Aras, T. Beyazta��, D. Cansaran-Duman and E. G�¶k�§e-G�¼nd�¼zer
We investigated the suitability and applicability of Pseudevernia furfuracea (L.) Zopf for environmental genotoxicity assessment. P. furfuracea lichen specimens were collected from 10 different Pinus species, in every 5 km, starting from around an iron-steel factory located in the central area of Karabük Province up to Ye.. Read More»
- Genet. Mol. Res. 10(4):
- 2011.December.15.4
- DOI:
- 10.4238/2011.December.15.4
Effects of phenylalanine on reproductive performance and teratogenesis in mice
Authors: R.J. Oliveira, J.R. Pesarini, M.O. Mauro, L.S. Fronza, S.G. Victorelli, W.B. Cantero, M.C. Sena and A.C.M.B. Antoniolli
We evaluated the effects of phenylalanine on reproductive performance and teratogenesis in mice, as well as we assessed its protective effect in mice treated with an acute dose of cyclophosphamide. Animals were divided into 6 experimental groups (females N = 15/group, males N = 5/group): G1, the negative control group, phospha.. Read More»
- Genet. Mol. Res. 13(3):
- 2014.July.25.16
- DOI:
- 10.4238/2014.July.25.16
Identification of complete linkage disequilibrium in the DSG4 gene and its association with wool length and crimp in Chinese indigenous sheep
Authors: Y.H. Ling, H. Xiang, G. Zhang, J.P. Ding, Z.J. Zhang, Y.H. Zhang, J.L. Han, Y.H. Ma and X.R. Zhang
The desmoglein 4 (DSG4) gene is a potential candidate in the search for genes that may affect wool traits, because of its function. This study aimed to screen for polymorphisms in partial exon 16 and 3êÂ?Â?UTR of the sheep desmoglein 4 DSG4 gene, and to test its possible association with wool length.. Read More»
- Genet. Mol. Res. 13(3):
- 2014.July.25.17
- DOI:
- 10.4238/2014.July.25.17
Genetic diversity analysis of tree peony germplasm using iPBS markers
Authors: Y.B. Duan, D.L. Guo, L.L. Guo, D.F. Wei and X.G. Hou
We examined the genetic diversity of 10 wild species (populations) and 55 varieties of tree peony using inter-primer binding site (iPBS) markers. From a total of 36 iPBS primers, 16 were selected based on polymorphic amplification. The number of bands amplified by each primer ranged from 9 to 19, with an average of 12.88 bands per primer. The length of ba.. Read More»
- Genet. Mol. Res. 14(3):
- 2015.July.3.31
- DOI:
- 10.4238/2015.July.3.31
Soybean rust resistance sources and inheritance in the common bean (Phaseolus vulgaris L.)
Authors: T.L.P.O. Souza, S.N. Dessaune, M.A. Moreira and E.G. Barros
Soybean rust (SBR), caused by the fungus Phakopsora pachyrhizi, has been reported in common bean (Phaseolus vulgaris L.) cultivars and elite lines that were infected under controlled and natural field conditions in South Africa, the United States, Argentina, and Brazil. Although SBR is currently not a top pri.. Read More»
- Genet. Mol. Res. 13(3):
- 2014.July.25.18
- DOI:
- 10.4238/2014.July.25.18
CYP1A2 polymorphism in Chinese patients with acute liver injury induced by Polygonum multiflorum
Authors: K.F. Ma, X.G. Zhang and H.Y. Jia
The objective of this study was to evaluate the genotype and allelic frequencies of CYP1A2 in Chinese patients with acute liver injury induced by Polygonum multiflorum. We examined the clinical mechanism of acute liver injury induced by P. multiflorum. According to the diagnostic criteria for drug-induced liv.. Read More»
- Genet. Mol. Res. 13(3):
- 2014.July.25.19
- DOI:
- 10.4238/2014.July.25.19
Bovine papillomavirus in beef cattle: first description of BPV-12 and putative type BAPV8 in Brazil
Authors: R.P. Araldi, R.F. Carvalho, T.C. Melo, N.S.P. Diniz, T.A. Santâ��Ana, J. Mazzuchelli-de-Souza, D.D. Spadacci-Morena, W. Be�§ak and R.C. Stocco
Bovine papillomavirus (BPV) is an oncogenic virus associated with benign and malignant lesions, which result in notable economic losses. Peripheral blood samples and cutaneous papillomas were obtained from four adult beef cattle. Viral molecular identification was performed using specific primers for BPV-1, -2 and -4 in blood .. Read More»
- Genet. Mol. Res. 13(3):
- 2014.July.25.20
- DOI:
- 10.4238/2014.July.25.20
Genetic parameter estimates and response to selection for weight and testicular traits in Nelore cattle
Authors: F.R. Araujo Neto, R.B. L�´bo, M.D.S. Mota and H.N. Oliveira
We estimated genetic parameters for various phases of body and testicular growth until 550 days of age in Nelore cattle, using Bayesian inference, including correlation values and error estimates. Weight and scrotal records of 54,182 Nelore animals originating from 18 farms participating in the Brazilian Nelore Breeding Progra.. Read More»
- Genet. Mol. Res. 10(4):
- 2011.December.19.1
- DOI:
- 10.4238/2011.December.19.1