Screening for Galway Mutation (FecXG) in Kivircik Breed

High litter size or twinning is an economically important trait that enhances sheep productivity. The FecXG has been influentially associated with the ovulation rate in various breeds. However, there limited information about this locus Kivircik breed. Therefore, aim of study was to evaluate presence Galway (FecXG) mutation (n=91) raised Kirklareli province. Genomic DNA isolated from whole blood using phenol-chloroform extraction method. genotyping performed by PCR-RFLP Results revealed all ewes had (FecXGG) and corresponding genotype fixed studied population. present analysis showed which a nucleotide alteration (cytosine thymine) at position 718 bp BMP15 (also known as FecX) gene may be considered enhancing further analyses larger populations are needed confirm results provide more detailed before focusing on genomic region breeding programs for purebred sheep.