An investigation of polymorphism kap 1.1 and kap 1.3 genes in some indigenous goat breeds

In this study, KAP1.1 and KAP1.3 genes were identified the genetic variation of Turkish indigenous goat populations by using DNA sequence method. In the study, DNA of 100 individuals selected from populations belonging to 5 different native goat breeds that reared different regions of Turkey was used as material. In the samples examined within the scope of the thesis, a single nucleotide exchange and insertion / deletion region were determined between the populations selected at 59 points for the KAP1.1 gene and 15 points for the KAP1.3 gene. These nucleotide variations and insertions/deletions have been causing the changes in the number and sequence of amino acids. It is necessary to define the relationship with yield characteristics and polymorphisms that determined in KAP1.1 and KAP1.3 genes which are thought to affect mohair quality in order to use in marker assisted selection studies. However, due to the limited number of studies on this subject, it is recommended to conduct studies both for the identification of genetic variation in Turkish indigenous breeds and for determining their relationship with yield characteristics. Key words: Goat, Mohair, KAP Genes, Polymorphism