| Abstract: | Detailed chromosome studies were conducted for the Florida manatee (Trichechus manatus latirostris) utilizing primary chromosome banding techniques (G- and Q-banding). Digital microscopic imaging methods were employed and a standard G-banded karyotype was constructed for both sexes. Based on chromosome banding patterns and measurements obtained in these studies, a standard karyotype and ideogram are proposed. Characterization of additional cytogenetic features of this species by supplemental chromosome banding techniques, C-banding (constitutive heterochromatin), Ag-NOR staining (nucleolar organizer regions), and DA/DAPI staining, was also performed. These studies provide detailed cytogenetic data for T. manatus latirostris, which could enhance future genetic mapping projects and interspecific and intraspecific genomic comparisons by techniques such as zoo-FISH. |
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| Citation Author: | Gray, B. A.; Zori, R. T.; McGuire, P. M.; Bonde, R. K. |
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| Citation Larger Work Title: | Hereditas |
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| Citation Search Results Text: | A first generation cytogenetic ideogram for the Florida manatee (Trichechus manatus latirostris) based on multiple chromosome banding techniques; 2002; Article; Journal; Hereditas; Gray, B. A.; Zori, R. T.; McGuire, P. M.; Bonde, R. K. |
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| Citation Volume: | 137 |
| Citation Year: | 2002 |
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| Text: | A first generation cytogenetic ideogram for the Florida manatee (Trichechus manatus latirostris) based on multiple chromosome banding techniques; 2002; Article; Journal; Hereditas; Gray, B. A.; Zori, R. T.; McGuire, P. M.; Bonde, R. K. |
| URL (THUMBNAIL): | http://pubs.er.usgs.gov/thumbnails/outside_thumb.jpg |
| URL (DIGITAL OBJECT IDENTIFIER): | http://dx.doi.org/10.1034/j.1601-5223.2002.01657.x |
| Date Other: | Tue, 1 Jan 2002 00:00 -0600 |
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