Tenderness/Leptin
Item No. 292
- Selection tool for management of Tenderness and Leptin genes in beef cattle
- Allows producers to breed cattle with increased genetic potential for tender meat
- Creates unique marketing opportunities and premium meat quality
- You can order this item individually or in addition to a genomic profile below
$25.00
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| Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Brand | Igenity® |
| Breeds Supported | All breeds supported |
| Data Results | Igenity Beef Dashboard, Igenity Traits and Conditions Report |
| Species | Bovine, Beef |
| Turnaround Time | 3 to 4 weeks |
Additional Information
Interpreting results:
- Calpain315 (CALP316) is reported as CC, CG, or GG. The ‘C’ allele is associated with more tender meat.
- Calpain4751 (CALP4751) is reported as CC, CT, TT. The ‘C’ allele is associated with more tender meat.
- CAST is reported as CC, CG, GG. The ‘C’ allele is associated with more tender meat.
- Leptin is reported as TT, CT, CC. Associated with fat-metabolism and fat deposition, leaner cattle carry the ‘C’ allele while more marbled cattle carry the ‘T’ allele.