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Sexual dimorphism in zebrafish gastrointestinal tract

ABSTRACT: In the present study, we utilized a label-free proteomics approach to identify and quantify proteins that are the basis of sexual dimorphism in the GI tract of zebrafish. The results of present study in combination with an extensive literature review can provide an in-depth insight into the molecular mechanisms that distinguish sexes in the digestion and absorption of nutritional materials needed for body maintenance and gametogenesis, as well as their abilities for drug metabolism.

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ORGANISM(S): Danio Rerio (zebrafish) (brachydanio Rerio)

TISSUE(S): Colon

SUBMITTER: Hamid Niksirat

LAB HEAD: Fredrik Levander

PROVIDER: PXD054273 | Pride | 2025-03-24

REPOSITORIES: Pride

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	181115_HN_2MD_Total_01.raw	Raw
	181115_HN_5MD_Total_01.raw	Raw
	181122_HN_10FD_Total_01.raw	Raw
	181122_HN_11FD_Total_01.raw	Raw
	181122_HN_13FD_Total_01.raw	Raw

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Sexual dimorphism in zebrafish gastrointestinal tract

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