Introduction to Veterinary Genetics (ePub)

The concepts of veterinary genetics are crucial to understanding
and controlling many diseases and disorders in animals. They
are also crucial to enhancing animal production. Accessible and
clearly presented, Introduction to Veterinary Genetics
provides a succinct introduction to the aspects of genetics
relevant to animal diseases and production. Now in its third
edition, this is the only introductory level textbook on genetics
that has been written specifically for veterinary and animal
science students.

Coverage includes: basic genetics, molecular biology, genomics,
cytogenetics, immunogenetics, population genetics, quantitative
genetics, biotechnology, and the use of molecular tools in the
control of inherited disorders.

This book describes in detail how genetics is being applied to
artificial selection in animal production. It also covers
the conservation of genetic diversity in both domesticated and wild
animals.

New for the Third Edition:

* End-of-chapter summaries provide quick recaps.

* Covers new topics: epigenetics, genomics and
bioinformatics.

* Thoroughly revised according to recent advances in
genetics.

Introduction to Veterinary Genetics is still the only
introductory genetics textbook for students of veterinary and
animal science and will continue to be an indispensable reference
tool for veterinary students and practitioners alike.