Effect of Tinospora cordifolia supplementation on certain biochemical parameters in lactating Murrah buffaloes during winter season

Background: Environmental stress and transition period in buffaloes imposes significant changes in hemato-biochemical parameters. On this background the present study was attempted to evaluate biochemical parameters in transition buffaloes during summer and winter seasons. Methods: Thirty six advanced pregnant and non-pregnant Murrah buffaloes of around 5 years of age were randomly selected. Whole blood was collected from twelve buffaloes each in their transition period during winter and summer season for a period of five weeks and six non pregnant buffaloes for each season served as control. Haematological, biochemical parameters were estimated and THI was calculated in both the seasons. Result: The mean THI, TEC, Hb, MCH, MCHC, SOD activity and MDA levels were significantly higher (p less than 0.05) in summer compared to winter, while MCV and GSH activity was significantly higher (p less than 0.05) in winter compared to summer. No significant (p greater than 0.05) difference between seasons was observed with respect to TLC, monocyte and lymphocyte per cent. Moreover, Hb, SOD, GSH and MDA concentration differed significantly (p less than 0.05) throughout the transition period during summer and winter seasons, while TEC, MCV, MCH and MCV concentration did not change (p greater than 0.05) with transition period in both the seasons. The present study indicated that summer season had profound effect on hemato-biochemical parameters. While SOD, GSH and MDA could be used as markers of transitional stress in Murrah buffaloes.

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Changes in the Biochemical Composition of Tomato Fruit under the Influence of Illumination Quality

Key Engineering Materials ◽

10.4028/www.scientific.net/kem.850.172 ◽

2020 ◽

Vol 850 ◽

pp. 172-178

Author(s):

Ieva Erdberga ◽

Ina Alsina ◽

Laila Dubova ◽

Māra Dūma ◽

Daiga Sergejeva ◽

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Keyword(s):

High Pressure ◽

Vitamin C ◽

Organic Acids ◽

Biochemical Composition ◽

Biochemical Parameters ◽

Tomato Fruit ◽

Soluble Sugars ◽

Winter Season ◽

Biologically Active ◽

Tomato Yield

Tomatoes are one of the most consumed vegetables in the world. Unfortunately, obtaining a high quality tomato yield in our latitudes is inconceivable without additional lighting. Changes in biochemical composition are mainly dependent on the light received by the plant. During the winter months, natural daylight at 55 ° latitude is insufficient to provide the necessary vegetation for fruit-bearing vegetables. The aim of this study is to investigate the changes in the biochemical composition of tomato fruits by using less conventional lighting methods, which could offer potential energy savings by providing higher levels of biologically active substances in tomatoes. The study was conducted in a greenhouse of Latvia University of Life Sciences and Technologies during the winter season 2018-2019, using a 16-hour photoperiod. LED, Induction, and High Pressure Sodium Lamps (as control) were used in the study. These lighting devices, with some differences, simulate daylight. Three tomato cultivars: ‘Diamont F1’, Encor F1’and ‘Balzano F1’were studied. The study specified the tomato yield and the following biochemical parameters: soluble sugars (BRIX), vitamin C, organic acids, lycopene, carotenoids, phenols and flavonoids. As expected, the yield and species-specific pigment content of tomato fruit is largely dependent on the genetics of the variety. On the other hand, biologically active compounds such as organic acids, soluble sugars, ascorbic acid and flavonoids undergo more changes due to the composition of the light. The obtained biochemical parameters give an opportunity to consider different illumination methods and the need to carry out further studies in order to confirm the conclusions. Significantly higher yields were observed in the variant with conventionally used high pressure sodium lamps. In mean time, it should be noted that in the variant with LED lamps, higher content of lycopene as well as phenols and vitamin C were observed.

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Effect of modified housing system on physiological parameters of Murrah buffaloes during autumn and winter season

Indian Journal of Animal Research ◽

10.18805/ijar.b-3305 ◽

2017 ◽

Author(s):

Amit Kumar ◽

M. L. Kamboj ◽

Subhash Chandra ◽

Pranay Bharti

Keyword(s):

Skin Temperature ◽

Respiration Rate ◽

Cortisol Level ◽

Rectal Temperature ◽

Plasma Cortisol ◽

Winter Season ◽

Plasma Cortisol Level ◽

Housing System ◽

Murrah Buffaloes ◽

Autumn And Winter

The aim of this study was to assess the effect of modified housing system on physiological parameters like rectal temperature, skin temperature, plasma cortisol level, respiration rate and pulse rate (counts/min) of Murrah buffaloes during autumn and winter seasons. A total of 14 lactating Murrah buffaloes were randomly selected and divided into two groups, on the basis of age, body weight (BW) and parity (P). T1=First group (n=7; BW=544.86kg; P=2.14) of buffaloes was housed under existing loose housing system and T2=Second group (n=7; BW=547.71kg; P=2.28) of buffaloes was housed under modified shed. In the present study, in autumn and winter season the mean rectal temperature were (T1=101.56±0.06 vs. T2=100.94±0.12ºF and T1=100.71±0.10 vs. T2=100.22±0.08ºF), skin temperature were (T1=95.19±0.61 vs. T2=93.01±0.57 ºF and T1=90.27±0.23 vs. T2=89.06±0.27 ºF) and plasma cortisol level (T1=4.04±0.23 vs. T2=3.31±0.21 and T1=3.19±0.12 vs. T2=2.70±0.14 ng/ml) respectively. These parameters were significantly (P less than 0.05) lower in buffaloes housed under T2 as compared to T1 in autumn season, respiration rate (T1=37.39±1.02 vs. T2=30.99±1.21 and T1=26.56±0.84 vs. T2=23.81±0.66 counts/min.) was significantly lower in autumn (P less than 0.01) and winter season (P less than 0.0) and pulse rate (T1=60.91±1.17 vs. T2=52.52±1.44 and T1=55.01±0.52 vs. T2=51.27±0.53 counts/min) was significantly (P less than 0.01) lower in buffaloes housed under T2 as compared to T1 in both seasons. The Murrah buffaloes housed under modified shed were improved physiological reactions during the autumn and winter seasons.

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Comparative profiles of different lipoprotein cholesterol parameters and Growth Hormone during hot humid and winter season in Murrah Buffaloes

Livestock Science ◽

10.1016/j.livsci.2007.08.005 ◽

2008 ◽

Vol 115 (2-3) ◽

pp. 294-300 ◽

Cited By ~ 6

Author(s):

Laxmi N. Anand ◽

B.S. Prakash

Keyword(s):

Growth Hormone ◽

Winter Season ◽

Lipoprotein Cholesterol ◽

Murrah Buffaloes

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Toxicity of AgNPs upon Liver Function and Positive Role of Tinospora Cordifolia: In Vivo

10.53350/pjmhs211562164 ◽

2021 ◽

Vol 15 (6) ◽

pp. 2164-2166

Author(s):

Samed Abdul Jabbar Ramadhan ◽

Ozdan Akram Ghareeb

Keyword(s):

Silver Nanoparticles ◽

Liver Function ◽

Liver Dysfunction ◽

Biochemical Parameters ◽

Liver Enzymes ◽

Male Rats ◽

Tinospora Cordifolia ◽

Control Group ◽

Positive Role

This experiment was premeditated to probe the toxic impact of Silver Nanoparticles (AgNPs) upon liver function parameters in male rats, as well as to demonstrate the protective effect of Tinospora cordifolia (T.C) against liver function disorders caused by AgNPs. Twenty-four rats were classified into four packs, six ones for every pack. Rats were included by control animals without treatment, while the AgNPs group included rats treated with 50μl/kg / day AgNPs. In the AgNPs + T.C group, rats were co-administered of AgNPs at a dose of 50μl/kg with T.C at a dose of 400 mg/kg. Whereas, animals of the T.C pack were treated with 400 mg/kg of T.C. The duration of the experiment was 28 days. After blood samples were taken at the conclusion of the experiment. The levels of biochemical parameters (liver enzymes) such as alanine aminotransferase, aspartate aminotransferase, and alkaline phosphatase were evaluated to detect liver function abnormalities. Thwe Pw A t e dewoe t ste user e dnoAiwoe se dsnd disnte dnirease in the activity of serum liver enzymes in comparison to the control group (p < 0.05).While T. cordifolia co-treatment significantly reduced the levels of activities of those enzymes. Therefore, it can be considered that T. cordifolia effectively contributes to the protection against liver dysfunction caused by AgNPs in rats. Keywords : Silver Nanoparticles, liver dysfunction, biochemical parameters.

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Antistress Activity of Tinospora Cordifolia with Application of Yoga

International Journal of Ayurvedic Medicine ◽

10.47552/ijam.v6i3.630 ◽

2015 ◽

Vol 6 (3) ◽

Author(s):

Partha Biswas ◽

Achintya Saha ◽

Lakshmi Narayan Maity

Keyword(s):

Mental Stress ◽

Biochemical Parameters ◽

Rating Scales ◽

Serum Glucose ◽

Tinospora Cordifolia ◽

Placebo Control ◽

Double Blind ◽

Double Blind Placebo ◽

Anxiety Depression ◽

Psychological Parameters

Aim: Mental stress can lead to various biochemicals, physiological and psychological changes in human body. The present study was designed to evaluate the antistress activities of Tinospora cordifolia (wild) Miers associated with yogaMethods:Â A randomized double blind placebo control 8 weeks study was conducted. The mental stress patients were diagnosed clinically by using different validated psychological rating scales. A total of 63 patients with mental stress were randomized into four groups. The antistress activities of the treatments were measured by different psychological rating scales as well as various biochemical parameters i.e. lipid profile, serum glucose concentration.Results:Â The serum glucose, lipid like triglyceride, cholesterol, ldl â€“cholesterol and psychological parameters like anxiety, depression were significantly increases in patients with chronic mental stress. However following treatment with Tinospora cordifolia associated with practice of yoga significantly reduced various stress induced psychological and biochemical parameters (P< 0.001)Conclusion:Â The findings of the clinical study suggested that Tinospora cordifolia and practice of yoga have significant anti stress activities as shown by its mitigating effects on chronic stress induced psychological and biochemical perturbation comparable to that induced by well known adaptogenic agent diazepam.Â

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The Effect of Groundnut Shells Supplementation on Selected Biochemical Parameters of Confined Indigenous Cattle during Winter Season in the North West Province of South Africa

Indian Journal of Animal Research ◽

10.18805/ijar.b-1204 ◽

2020 ◽

Author(s):

B.G. Mokolopi J.W. Oguttu ◽

C.A. Mbajiorgu

Keyword(s):

South Africa ◽

Treatment Group ◽

Nutritional Status ◽

Group Treatment ◽

Biochemical Parameters ◽

Winter Season ◽

Control Group ◽

Indigenous Cattle ◽

Natural Pasture ◽

Nutritive Values

Background: The use of groundnut shells (GNS) in animal feeding is a common practice in tropical countries and most researchers have evaluated the nutritive values of GNS and their effects on animal performance. They are cheap and widely available in South Africa. However, most communal farmers in Mogosane village lack the knowledge nutritive values of such, and therefore do not use GNS to improve the performance of their cattle. Determination of the nutritional status of cattle is important especially when quantifying the effects of a dietary treatment. Blood metabolite concentrations indicate the animal’s nutritional status and they are commonly assessed in dairy than beef cattle, such that there are no reference values for the blood constituents of indigenous cattle in South Africa, suggesting a need for research in this area.Methods: An eight-week feeding trial was therefore, conducted to determine effect of different levels of groundnut shells (GNS) on biochemical parameters. Forty cattle were used and were allocated into Groups: A, B, C, D and E with eight animals in each group. Treatment group A was given basal diet and water only. Treatment group B was supplemented with 700 g/kg of GNS, C with 1050 g/kg of GNS, D with 1400 g/kg of GNS and E with 1750 g/kg of GNS. Blood samples were collected into anticoagulant free, allowed to coagulate at room temperature for 24 hours and then centrifuged at 1000 rpm for 10 minutes. The supernatant sera were harvested and stored in a freezer. Samples were collected once a week for eight weeks and were then analysed using Anision-300 Auto-Analyzer system. Results: Significant values were observed in urea and lipase in animals receiving 1050g/kg of GNS and were significantly (P less than 0.05) higher when compared to control group and all other treatment groups, and even for those animals in treatment group E. These significant values found in urea and lipase, on animals receiving 1050 g/kg, confirmed effect of GNS on metabolic functions on animals depending on natural pasture.

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Isolation and characterization of mastitis pathogens and milk composition changes in Murrah buffaloes (Bubalus bubalis) during winter season

Indian Journal of Animal Research ◽

10.18805/ijar.11320 ◽

2016 ◽

Author(s):

Sunita Thakur ◽

Mahendra Singh ◽

Gajendra Kumar Aseri ◽

Archana Verma ◽

Sikander S. Khan

Keyword(s):

Winter Season ◽

Subclinical Mastitis ◽

Bubalus Bubalis ◽

Milk Composition ◽

Milk Samples ◽

Murrah Buffaloes ◽

California Mastitis Test ◽

Isolation And Characterization ◽

Cell Counts ◽

Quality Of Milk

Present investigation was carried out to study the prevalence of bacterial pathogens in clinical and subclinical mastitis in buffaloes during winter season. A total of 118 Murrah buffaloes were screened using California mastitis Test (CMT). Milk samples were collected and analyzed for fat, protein, lactose, SNF, pH, Electrical conductivity (EC) and Somatic Cell Counts (SCC). Out of 118 milk samples, 60 samples (50.84%) were negative for CMT and 58 samples (49.15%) were detected positive for mastitis incidence. Milk pH and EC was significantly higher (p<0.05) in mastitis affected samples than the normal ones, however, protein, fat, SNF and lactose were lower (p<0.05). SCC ranged between 1.28-1.48 x 105 cells/ml (in normal milk samples as compared to 3.85-6.21x 105 cells/ ml (p<0.05) in mastitis milk samples. Out of 58 samples only 51 samples exhibited bacterial growth. The culturally examined and characterized samples revealed S. aureus (35.29%) as the predominant bacteria followed by S. agalactiae with an isolation rate of 25.49%. The incidence of coliforms bacteria was not detected in any of the sample cultured and examined. It was concluded that mastitis incidence adversely affect quality of milk by increasing the SCC, pH and EC of milk. Appropriate measures needs to be taken to prevent the incidence of S. aureus bacteria which was the major causative agent.

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Assessing of mouflon biochemical parameters depending on genders

Annales Universitatis Paedagogicae Cracoviensis Studia Naturae ◽

10.24917/25438832.3supp.7 ◽

2018 ◽

Author(s):

Terézia Pošiváková ◽

Rudolf Hromada ◽

Jozef Švajlenka ◽

Ján Pošivák

Keyword(s):

Biochemical Parameters ◽

Biochemical Analysis ◽

Winter Season ◽

Biochemical Parameter ◽

Statistical Testing ◽

Blood Samples ◽

Biochemical Indicators ◽

Experimental Group

The aim of our study was to evaluate the selected biochemical parameters of mouflon depending on gender. For research were used thirty mouflons of both sexes with approximate age in winter season. Blood samples for biochemical analysis were taken from vena jugularis for determination of selected biochemical parameter. Biochemical indicators were measured using the standard automatic analyser. The results of statistical testing of selected biochemical parameters in the experimental group of animals confirmed differences between the genders and at the selected biochemical parameters.

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