Using triallelic SNPs for determining parentage in North American yak (Bos grunniens) and estimating cattle (B. taurus) introgression [version 2; peer review: 2 approved]

Background: Genetic testing for pedigree accuracy is critical for managing genetic diversity in North American (NA) yak (Bos grunniens), a population expanded mostly from imported zoological park specimens.  DNA testing also enhances species conservation by identifying recent B. taurus F1 hybrid anc...

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Main Authors: Ted Kalbfleisch, Jessica L. Petersen, R. G. Tait Jr., Jiansheng Qiu, Veronica Basnayake, Peter H. Hackett, Michael P. Heaton
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: F1000 Research Ltd 2020-10-01
Series:F1000Research
Online Access:https://f1000research.com/articles/9-1096/v2