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  • Animal Genetics

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  • Real-time quantitative PCR (qRT-PCR) is vital for studying mRNA expression.
  • Accurate normalization relies on selecting stable reference genes.
  • Limited data exists on reference gene selection in economically important goat breeds.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To identify optimal reference genes for qRT-PCR in Boer goat tissues.
  • To evaluate the expression stability of eight candidate reference genes.
  • To provide guidelines for accurate gene expression normalization in goats.

Main Methods:

  • qRT-PCR was used to assess eight candidate reference genes (18S, TBP, HMBS, YWHAZ, ACTB, HPRT1, GAPDH, EEF1A2).
  • Gene expression levels were analyzed across ten different goat tissue types.
  • Expression stability was determined using geNorm, NormFinder, and Bestkeeper software.

Main Results:

  • Tissue type significantly impacts gene expression stability.
  • The optimal reference gene combination across all tissues was 18S, TBP, and HMBS.
  • Specific tissues showed optimal stability with different genes: ACTB (stomach, intestine, ovary), 18S (heart, spleen), HMBS (uterus, lung), TBP (liver), HPRT1 (kidney), and GAPDH (muscle).

Conclusions:

  • This study provides essential reference gene data for accurate qRT-PCR normalization in Boer goats.
  • The findings facilitate reliable gene expression analysis in various goat tissues.
  • Recommended reference gene combinations enhance the validity of molecular studies in goat research.