International System for Standardized Avian Karyotypes (ISSAK): standardized banded karyotypes of the domestic fowl (Gallus domesticus)

Abstract

The chicken genetic map is becoming very detailed. The genetic and physical maps need to be integrated in more detail. It is important to have a consensus banded karotype to permit this integration. An international committee met to develop a karyotype for the eight largest chromosomes and the Z and W chromosomes of the domestic fowl (Gallus domesticus). This map is presented in this report.