Title : Genetic variation in the beta, beta-carotene-9', 10'-dioxygenase gene and association with fat colour in bovine adipose tissue and milk.

Pub. Date : 2010 Jun

PMID : 19968649






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1 Association analysis showed significant differences in subcutaneous fat colour and beta-carotene concentration amongst cattle with different BCO2 genotypes. beta Carotene beta-carotene oxygenase 2 Bos taurus
2 Animals with the BCO2 AA genotype had more yellow beef fat and a higher beta-carotene concentration in adipose tissues than those with the GA or GG genotype. beta Carotene beta-carotene oxygenase 2 Bos taurus