Methods for maintaining genetic stability of inbred animal strains
US8110721B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Aug 6, 2009 |
| Grant date | Feb 7, 2012 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 5, 2029 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA01K67/00
- WIPO fieldOther special machines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
The present invention provides novel methods of maintaining genetic stability of non-human animal inbred strains. In the methods, pedigree-tracked cryopreserved embryos derived from a foundation colony are produced and used to re-establish the foundation colony at appropriate intervals.
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