Development of Microsatellite Markers from Transcriptome of <i>Eriocheir sinensis</i> and Their Application in Multiplex PCR Panels

Background: The development of genetic markers is crucial for aquaculture and population genetics. Polyallelic microsatellite markers are widely used for breeding and family management of <i>Eriocheir sinensis</i> (<i>E. sinensis</i>), contributing to the sustainable developm...

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Main Authors: Qizhen Xiao, Meijun Tang, Qingqing Li, Pengsheng Dong, Yongxu Cheng, Deng Deng, Xugan Wu
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author Qizhen Xiao
Meijun Tang
Qingqing Li
Pengsheng Dong
Yongxu Cheng
Deng Deng
Xugan Wu
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Meijun Tang
Qingqing Li
Pengsheng Dong
Yongxu Cheng
Deng Deng
Xugan Wu
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description Background: The development of genetic markers is crucial for aquaculture and population genetics. Polyallelic microsatellite markers are widely used for breeding and family management of <i>Eriocheir sinensis</i> (<i>E. sinensis</i>), contributing to the sustainable development of the industry. Methods: Through transcriptome analysis, 100 highly polymorphic SSR markers were identified and developed. From these, four multiplex PCR panels, each containing 16 markers, were constructed and applied to parentage assignment in six <i>E. sinensis</i> families. Results: The number of alleles (<i>N<sub>a</sub></i>) ranged from 7 to 21, the observed heterozygosity (<i>H<sub>o</sub></i>) varied from 0.356 to 0.951, and the expected heterozygosity (<i>H<sub>e</sub></i>) varied from 0.656 to 0.909. The polymorphism information content (<i>PIC</i>) ranged from 0.633 to 0.900. The CERVUS analysis showed that using only the two most informative multiplex PCR panels, assignment success rates exceeded 90.34%, with 100% accuracy in assigning offspring to parents when three or four panels were used. Conclusions: This method significantly enhances the efficiency of microsatellite marker analysis, which provides a convenient and cost-effective method for breeding programs and family management of <i>E. sinensis</i>.
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spelling doaj-art-8d377e1be677416a89c02587288c257f2025-08-20T01:53:48ZengMDPI AGAnimals2076-26152024-11-011422320010.3390/ani14223200Development of Microsatellite Markers from Transcriptome of <i>Eriocheir sinensis</i> and Their Application in Multiplex PCR PanelsQizhen Xiao0Meijun Tang1Qingqing Li2Pengsheng Dong3Yongxu Cheng4Deng Deng5Xugan Wu6Key Laboratory of Freshwater Aquatic Genetic Resources, Ministry of Agriculture, Shanghai Ocean University, Shanghai 201306, ChinaKey Laboratory of Freshwater Aquatic Genetic Resources, Ministry of Agriculture, Shanghai Ocean University, Shanghai 201306, ChinaKey Laboratory of Freshwater Aquatic Genetic Resources, Ministry of Agriculture, Shanghai Ocean University, Shanghai 201306, ChinaKey Laboratory of Freshwater Aquatic Genetic Resources, Ministry of Agriculture, Shanghai Ocean University, Shanghai 201306, ChinaKey Laboratory of Freshwater Aquatic Genetic Resources, Ministry of Agriculture, Shanghai Ocean University, Shanghai 201306, ChinaShenzhen Alpha Feed Co., Ltd., Shenzhen 518054, ChinaKey Laboratory of Freshwater Aquatic Genetic Resources, Ministry of Agriculture, Shanghai Ocean University, Shanghai 201306, ChinaBackground: The development of genetic markers is crucial for aquaculture and population genetics. Polyallelic microsatellite markers are widely used for breeding and family management of <i>Eriocheir sinensis</i> (<i>E. sinensis</i>), contributing to the sustainable development of the industry. Methods: Through transcriptome analysis, 100 highly polymorphic SSR markers were identified and developed. From these, four multiplex PCR panels, each containing 16 markers, were constructed and applied to parentage assignment in six <i>E. sinensis</i> families. Results: The number of alleles (<i>N<sub>a</sub></i>) ranged from 7 to 21, the observed heterozygosity (<i>H<sub>o</sub></i>) varied from 0.356 to 0.951, and the expected heterozygosity (<i>H<sub>e</sub></i>) varied from 0.656 to 0.909. The polymorphism information content (<i>PIC</i>) ranged from 0.633 to 0.900. The CERVUS analysis showed that using only the two most informative multiplex PCR panels, assignment success rates exceeded 90.34%, with 100% accuracy in assigning offspring to parents when three or four panels were used. Conclusions: This method significantly enhances the efficiency of microsatellite marker analysis, which provides a convenient and cost-effective method for breeding programs and family management of <i>E. sinensis</i>.https://www.mdpi.com/2076-2615/14/22/3200SSRChinese mitten crabmultiplex PCRfamily selectiongenetic diversityparentage assignment
spellingShingle Qizhen Xiao
Meijun Tang
Qingqing Li
Pengsheng Dong
Yongxu Cheng
Deng Deng
Xugan Wu
Development of Microsatellite Markers from Transcriptome of <i>Eriocheir sinensis</i> and Their Application in Multiplex PCR Panels
Animals
SSR
Chinese mitten crab
multiplex PCR
family selection
genetic diversity
parentage assignment
title Development of Microsatellite Markers from Transcriptome of <i>Eriocheir sinensis</i> and Their Application in Multiplex PCR Panels
title_full Development of Microsatellite Markers from Transcriptome of <i>Eriocheir sinensis</i> and Their Application in Multiplex PCR Panels
title_fullStr Development of Microsatellite Markers from Transcriptome of <i>Eriocheir sinensis</i> and Their Application in Multiplex PCR Panels
title_full_unstemmed Development of Microsatellite Markers from Transcriptome of <i>Eriocheir sinensis</i> and Their Application in Multiplex PCR Panels
title_short Development of Microsatellite Markers from Transcriptome of <i>Eriocheir sinensis</i> and Their Application in Multiplex PCR Panels
title_sort development of microsatellite markers from transcriptome of i eriocheir sinensis i and their application in multiplex pcr panels
topic SSR
Chinese mitten crab
multiplex PCR
family selection
genetic diversity
parentage assignment
url https://www.mdpi.com/2076-2615/14/22/3200
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