[Identification and genetic control of the Ld1-allotype of mink low-density serum lipoprotein]

Ld1, an antigen of serum low density lipoprotein, was identified by means of mink alloimmunization. No genetic relation was established between Ld1 and the Ipm-system of very high density lipoprotein. Based on the analysis of breeding data, the existence of an autosomal dominant gene, Ld1+, is postulated. This gene codes for the new alloantigenic marker. The existence of at least one other allotype of the Ld-system is suggested.