Whole-transcriptome insights into follicle selection: deciphering key regulatory networks in Luxi gamecock.

ABSTRACT: Luxi gamecock is a native Chinese breed recognized for its substantial body size, well-developed musculature, and aggressive behavior. Despite these advantageous traits, the breed's egg production rate remains relatively low, insufficient to meet market demands. Follicle selection plays a crucial role in determining the egg-laying performance of hens, yet research on follicle selection in Luxi gamecock is limited. In this study, RNA sequencing was performed on small yellow follicles (SYFs) and large yellow follicles (LYFs) from Luxi gamecock to identify RNA transcript expression, and subsequent RNA networks were constructed. SYFs and LYFs were collected from 15 Luxi gamecocks and divided randomly into three biological groups. RNA was isolated to profile the expression of mRNA, lncRNA, circ

SUBMITTER: Wang Y 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12364954 | biostudies-literature | 2025

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature