B6D2F1
B6D2F1
| Strain details | |
|---|---|
| Nomenclature | C57BL/6J female x DBA/2J male |
| Common name | B6D2F1 |
| Synonyms | B6D2F1/Arc, B6D2 |
| Strain | Hybrid |
| Coat colour | Black (a/a) |
| Species | Mouse |
| Location | Area Oz2 |
| Weekly wean target | 0 (request specific breeding) |
Strain description
- B6D2F1 mice are heterozygous for B6 and D2 alleles at all loci in their genome.
- This strain is useful as a genetic background for transgenic/knockout creation, as well as other deleterious mutations due to the benefits of hybrid vigor.
- C57BL/6J strain information
- DBA/2J strain information
- Cross between C57BL/6J female x DBA/2J male
- Research applications include radiation and behavioural research, and safety and efficacy testing, bioassays of nutrients, drugs, pathogens, and hormones.
Past ARC and transfer reports:
Current Ozgene ARC reports (from 01-Jun-2023)
- This strain is housed in Area Oz2/3/5
- Please see Oz2/3/5 health reports on our Biosecurity page
- Animals are not allowed to be used for propagation.
- Ozgene ARC terms and Conditions
- Mouse images are representative only. Actual phenotypes may vary based on genotype, sex, age, husbandry, health status, and other factors.
