Rapidly evolving marmoset MSMB genes are differently expressed in the male genital tract
<p>Abstract</p> <p>Background</p> <p>Beta-microseminoprotein, an abundant component in prostatic fluid, is encoded by the potential tumor suppressor gene MSMB. Some New World monkeys carry several copies of this gene, in contrast to most mammals, including humans, which...
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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BMC
2009-09-01
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Series: | Reproductive Biology and Endocrinology |
Online Access: | http://www.rbej.com/content/7/1/96 |