Transcriptomic analysis reveals molecular insights into lactation dynamics in Jakhrana goat mammary gland.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Goat milk is gaining popularity as a superior alternative to bovine milk due to its closer resemblance to human milk. Understanding the molecular processes underlying lactation is crucial for improving milk quality and production in goats. However, the genetic mechanisms governing lactation in goats, particularly in indigenous breeds like the Jakhrana, remain largely unexplored.

Results

In this study, we performed a comprehensive transcriptomic analysis of Jakhrana goat mammary glands during early and late lactation stages. We isolated milk somatic cells and conducted RNA sequencing, followed by transcript quantification and mapping against the ARS1.2 Capra hircus reference assembly. Our analysis identified differentially expressed genes (DEGs) and commonly expres

SUBMITTER: Dige MS 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11409665 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Sep

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature