Identification of halothane genotypes by calcium accumulation and their meat quality using live pigsExport / Share PlumX View Altmetrics View AltmetricsCheah, A.M., Cheah, K.S., Lahucky, R., Kova, L. and McPhee, C. P. (1994) Identification of halothane genotypes by calcium accumulation and their meat quality using live pigs. Meat Science, 38 . pp. 375-384. Full text not currently attached. Access may be available via the Publisher's website or OpenAccess link. Article Link: http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/0309-1740(94)90064-7 Publisher URL: http://www.elsevier.com AbstractThe three halothane genotypes (NN, Nn, and nm) were identified by measuring the capacity for Ca2+ accumulation by sarcoplasmic reticulum in whole muscle homogenate preparations of M. longissimus dorsi with a Ca2+ specific electrode at 35°C. Significant differences (P < 0·001) in deterioration (%) of Ca2+ accumulation, 12% for NN, 35% for Nn, and 81% for nn pigs, were observed after ageing the whole muscle homogenate preparations for 24 h in ice.
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