Genetic markers are useful tools for marker-assisted selection, sex determination, species identification, or disease diagnosis of animals. Molecular selection markers can be used for precision breeding of animals. We can select animals with excellent performance based on the genotypes of genetic markers for mating to produce excellent offspring and improve the performance of the animals. Some animals, such as ostriches or pigeons, are so mature that it is difficult to see their gender based on their appearance. Sex-specific genetic markers can be used to distinguish their sexes for mating. Muslims do not eat pork (halal food); Buddhists are vegetarians and must not contain animal products in their food. Species-specific genetic markers can be used to identify which animal ingredients are present in foods. Genetic markers for various animal diseases can be used for disease diagnosis and animal health maintenance.
Author(s) Details:
Hsiu-Lin Huang,
Department of Animal Science, National Chung Hsing University, 145 Xingda Road, Taichung 402, Taiwan.
I-Yen Huang,
Ugintech Co. Ltd., 5F-5, No. 282, Zhishi North 2nd Road, Taichung 407, Taiwan.
Chia-Yu Lin,
Johnson Chemical Pharmaceutical Works Co. Ltd., No. 77, Sec. 4, Sanhe Road, Sanchong Dist., New Taipei City 241, Taiwan.
Mu-Chiou Huang,
Department of Animal Science, National Chung Hsing University, 145 Xingda Road, Taichung 402, Taiwan.
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