Trait correlated expression combined with expression QTL analysis reveals biological pathways and candidate genes affecting water holding capacity of muscle

<p>Abstract</p> <p>Background</p> <p>Leakage of water and ions and soluble proteins from muscle cells occurs during prolonged exercise due to ischemia causing muscle damage. Also <it>post mortem </it>anoxia during conversion of muscle to meat is marked by lo...

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Main Authors: Schwerin Manfred, Walz Christina, Srikanchai Tiranun, Phatsara Chirawath, Murani Eduard, Jonas Elisabeth, Ponsuksili Siriluck, Schellander Karl, Wimmers Klaus
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2008-07-01
Series:BMC Genomics
Online Access:http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2164/9/367