Gene expression profiles in liver of pigs with extreme high and low levels of androstenone

Published 2008

Publication details

Journal : BMC Veterinary Research , vol. 4 , p. 1 , 2008

Publisher : BioMed Central (BMC)

International Standard Numbers :
Printed : 1746-6148
Electronic : 1746-6148

Publication type : Academic article

Contributors : Moe, Maren; Lien, Sigbjørn; Bendixen, Christian; Hedegaard, Jakob; Hornshøj, Henrik; Berget, Ingunn; Meuwissen, Theodorus; Grindflek, Eli

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DOI : doi.org/10.1186/1746-6148-4-29

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Summary

Conclusion: A number of genes and pathways related to metabolism of androstenone in liver were identified, including new candidate genes involved in phase I oxidation metabolism, phase II conjugation metabolism, and regulation of steroid availability. The study is a first step towards a deeper understanding of enzymes and regulators involved in pathways of androstenone metabolism and may ultimately lead to the discovery of markers to reduce boar taint.

Contacts:

Ingunn Berget

Scientist