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FISH with chromosome-arm specific oligo painting probes was used for comparative karyotype analysis in a set of wild
Musa species and edible banana clones. The results revealed large differences in chromosome structure discriminating individual accessions. These results permitted identification of putative progenitors of cultivated clones and clarified genomic constitution and evolution of aneuploid banana clones. New insights into the chromosome organization and structural chromosome changes will be a valuable asset in breeding programs, particularly in selection of appropriate parents for cross hybridization.
Picture describtion: Overview of common translocation events revealed by oligo painting FISH in
Musa.
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