Development of novel EST microsatellite markers for genetic diversity analysis and correlation analysis of velvet antler growth characteristics in Sika deer.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Sika deer is one of the most popular and valued animals in China. However, few studies have been conducted on the microsatellite of Sika deer, which has hampered the progress of genetic selection breeding. To develop and characterize a set of microsatellites for Sika deer which provide helpful information for protection of Sika deer natural resources and effectively increase the yield and quantity of velvet antler.

Results

We conducted a transcriptome survey of Sika deer using next-generation sequencing technology. One hundred eighty-two thousand two hundred ninety-five microsatellite markers were identified in the transcriptome, 170 of 200 loci were successfully amplified across panels of 140 individuals from Shuangyang Sika deer population. And 29 loci were foun

SUBMITTER: Jia B 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC7320565 | biostudies-literature | 2020 Jun

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature