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Journal of Applied Sciences

Year: 2003 | Volume: 3 | Issue: 3 | Page No.: 197-202
DOI: 10.3923/jas.2003.197.202
Effects of Agouti Related Protein and Androgens on Growth
Akin Pala

Abstract: A dominant mutation at the agouti locus on mouse chromosome 2 is a promoter of overeating and increased linear growth. Agouti related protein, which can be produced using bacteria can be used to reproduce the same growing effect. Androgens are known to promote leanness and increased growth. Combined effects of testosterone and agouti may provide fast growing-lean animals.

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Akin Pala , 2003. Effects of Agouti Related Protein and Androgens on Growth. Journal of Applied Sciences, 3: 197-202.

Keywords: Agouti, mice, ARP, testosterone, growth and leanness

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