Synergistic action of white spotting genes in the Syrian hamster (Rodentia, Cricetidae)

Genetica. 1990;82(2):135-7. doi: 10.1007/BF00124643.

Abstract

The phenotypic interaction of three mutant genes Ba, Ds and Wh are quantitatively analysed for proportion of white areas in the coat. Each of the genes individually induces a characteristic amount of white spotting which is synergistically enhanced in combination. So much so, that the genotypes Ba+Ds+Wh+ has an almost or completely white coat.

MeSH terms

  • Analysis of Variance
  • Animals
  • Cricetinae
  • Genes, Dominant
  • Genotype
  • Hair Color / genetics*
  • Mesocricetus / genetics*
  • Mutation*
  • Phenotype