Molecular Characterization of Keratin-Associated Protein-7 (KRTAP7) Gene for Hair Quality in Indian Dromedary Camel

    January 2024 in “ Journal of camel practice and research/Journal of Camel Practice and Research ”
    Nistha Yadav, Urmila Pannu, Basanti Jyotsana, Ved Prakash, Sagar A. Khulape, Ajay Kumar, Gayatri Gujar, Manju Nehara
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    TLDR Certain genetic variations in camels affect hair coarseness.
    The study "Molecular characterisation of keratin-associated protein-7 (KRTAP7) gene for hair quality in Indian Dromedary Camel" investigated the role of the KRTAP7 gene in hair quality of Indian Dromedary Camels. The researchers found that variations in this gene are associated with differences in hair quality. Specifically, certain genetic variations were linked to coarser or finer hair. This discovery could potentially be used to breed camels with specific hair qualities, which could have implications for industries that use camel hair. The study did not specify the number of camels involved in the research.
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