Identification of genetic markers associated with Marek's disease resistance in chickens
Marek's disease (MD) is a highly contagious and economically important disease in the poultry industry. It is caused by an oncogenic avian herpes virus. The ability of the virus to evolve into new strains is a continual threat. Vaccination, proper management and genetic resistance are required...
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McGill University
2003
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| Online Access: | http://digitool.Library.McGill.CA:80/R/?func=dbin-jump-full&object_id=19691 |