Chemistry: molecular biology and microbiology – Measuring or testing process involving enzymes or... – Involving nucleic acid
Reexamination Certificate
2008-05-13
2008-05-13
Benzion, Gary (Department: 1637)
Chemistry: molecular biology and microbiology
Measuring or testing process involving enzymes or...
Involving nucleic acid
C435S091100, C435S091200
Reexamination Certificate
active
07371521
ABSTRACT:
Methods for determining the KIT genotype of pigs are provided. These methods are useful in determining coat colour genotype, breed determination and for screening pigs to determine those likely to produce larger litters, and/or those less likely to produce large litters. Kits for use in such methods are also provided.
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Andersson Leif
Giuffra Elisabetta
Plastow Graham Stuart
Southwood Olwen Irene
Benzion Gary
Calamita Heather
Hunton & Williams LLP
Pig Improvement Company UK Limited
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