Whole blood transcriptome profiling identifies candidate genes associated with alopecia in male giant pandas (Ailuropoda melanoleuca)

Background: The giant panda (Ailuropoda melanoleuca) is a threatened species endemic to China. Alopecia, characterized by thinning and broken hair, mostly occurs in breeding males. Alopecia significantly affects the health and public image of the giant panda and the cause of alopecia is unclear. Res...

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Main Authors: He, M. (Author), Huang, Y. (Author), Li, C. (Author), Luo, J. (Author), Shen, H. (Author), Wang, J. (Author), Wang, M. (Author), Yue, B. (Author), Zhang, X. (Author)
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Language:English
Published: BioMed Central Ltd 2022
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