scholarly journals Asociación entre calidad de ovocitos recuperados y condición corporal en vacas criollas

2021 ◽  
Vol 23 (3) ◽  
pp. 133-138
Author(s):  
Judith Tinco-Salcedo ◽  
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Ulises Quispe-Gutiérrez ◽  
Delmer Zea-Gonzales ◽  
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...  
Keyword(s):  
Body Condition ◽  
Germinal Vesicle ◽  
Oocyte Quality ◽  
Economic Importance ◽  
The Body ◽  
High Body ◽  
Follicular Aspiration ◽  
Ethanol Acetic Acid ◽  
Rural Dwellers

Criollo high Andean cattle are of family economic importance for rural dwellers and contribute to food security. The objective of this study was to evaluate the quantity, quality, and nuclear status of ovarian oocytes according to the body condition of Criollo cows. Groups of cows were formed according to the body condition (1=emaciated, 5=obese): low (≤1.5), moderate (2 to 2.5) and high (≥3). Ovaries (n=212) were obtained from Criollo cows from the slaughterhouse. Oocytes were recovered by follicular aspiration classifying them into categories A, B, and C, placing a portion with ethanol-acetic acid (3:1) for 24 h, then stained with 2% Lacmoid. The nuclear status of the oocyte was evaluated, categorized as intact germinal vesicle (GV) and broken germinal vesicle (GVBD). The number of oocytes recovered per ovary among low, moderate, and high body condition cows were similar (p>0.05). There was an association between body condition and oocyte quality of category A (rs=0.49; P=0.001), B (rs=0.16; P=0.018); C (rs=-0.16; P=0.016). Higher percentages (p≤0.05) of oocytes of categories A and B were obtained in those of moderate and high body condition, as category C in low body condition. Body condition did not influence (p>0.05) oocyte nuclear status. No association was found (p=0.073) between body condition and oocytes with intact GV, nor with GVBD (p=0.737). It is concluded that body condition is associated with the quality of oocytes of category A, B and C, but not with the nuclear status of GV and GVBD in Criollo cows from the slaughterhouse.

Lower reproductive output of Mountain Bluebirds (Sialia currucoides) in clearcut versus grassland habitat is consistent with a passive ecological trap

2019 ◽  
Vol 97 (10) ◽  
pp. 895-903 ◽  
Author(s):  
J.A. Stalwick ◽  
K.L. Wiebe
Keyword(s):  
Body Condition ◽  
Reproductive Output ◽  
Grassland Birds ◽  
The Body ◽  
Ecological Trap ◽  
Laying Date ◽  
Sialia Currucoides ◽  
Mountain Bluebirds ◽  
Predation Rates

Clearcutting of forests results in habitats that structurally resemble grasslands and so may act as ecological traps for grassland birds. Several studies have implicated predation as the factor that decreases the number of offspring, but few have examined performance at other breeding stages. Consistent with a passive ecological trap, Mountain Bluebirds (Sialia currucoides (Bechstein, 1798)) that settled in clearcuts in central British Columbia did not differ in age or quality from adults in grasslands. Nest building and laying date of the first egg did not differ between habitats, suggesting an equal propensity for settling in each habitat. In clearcuts, however, the body condition of female parents was lower, and they abandoned their nests more often in harsh weather. This higher total clutch loss in clearcuts meant that seasonal production of fledglings per female was 13% less in clearcuts. Furthermore, fledglings in grasslands weighed 4% more and female fledglings had plumage with shorter (UV-shifted) wavelengths (hence greater ornamentation) than those in clearcuts, suggesting that they were also of better quality. Thus, predation rates were not the cause of reduced reproduction in clearcuts; rather, our results suggest that lower prey abundance was linked to nest abandonment in harsh weather and reduced both the number and quality of offspring in those habitats.

Quality of preimplantation embryos recovered in vivo from dairy cows in relation to their body condition

Zygote ◽  
2015 ◽  
Vol 24 (3) ◽  
pp. 378-388 ◽  
Author(s):  
A.V. Makarevich ◽  
L. Stádník ◽  
E. Kubovičová ◽  
Z. Hegedüšová ◽  
R. Holásek ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Dairy Cows ◽  
Body Condition ◽  
Body Condition Score ◽  
The Body ◽  
Preimplantation Embryos ◽  
Dead Cell ◽  
Cell Numbers ◽  
The Impact

SummaryThis study examined the impact of cow body condition on the quality of bovine preimplantation embryos. The embryos (n = 107) were flushed from dairy cows and classified according to a five-point scale body condition score (BCS2 n = 17; BCS3 n = 31; BCS4 n = 11) on the 7th day after insemination and then analyzed for development, dead cell index (DCI), cell number and actin cytoskeleton quality. The highest embryo recovery rate (P < 0.05) was recorded in the BCS3 group and the lowest in the BCS4 group. More transferable (morula, blastocyst) embryos were obtained from the BCS4 cows (79%), compared with the BCS2 (64%) or BCS3 (63%) animals. However, cell numbers were higher in the BCS2 and BCS3 groups (P < 0.05) compared with the BCS4 embryos. Conversely, the DCI was lowest in the BCS2 (3.88%; P < 0.05) and highest in the BCS4 (6.56%) embryos. The proportion of embryos with the best actin quality (grade I) was higher in the BCS2 and BCS3 cows compared with the BCS4 group. Almost 25% of all embryos showed fragmented morphology and a higher DCI (5.65%) than normal morulas (1.76%). More fragmented embryos were revealed in the BCS2 (28.6%) and BCS4 (31.25%) groups, and less (19.15%) in the BCS3 group. The cell numbers in such embryos were lower in the BCS4 (22.57) than in the BCS2 (46.25) or BCS3 (42.4) groups. In conclusion, the body condition of dairy cows affects the quality of preimplantation embryos. A BCS over 3.0 resulted in a higher incidence of poor (fragmented) embryos.

Melanin-based colouration as a potential indicator of male quality in the lizard Zootoca vivipara (Squamata: Lacertidae)

2013 ◽  
Vol 34 (4) ◽  
pp. 539-549 ◽  
Author(s):  
Jessica Vroonen ◽  
Bart Vervust ◽  
Raoul Van Damme
Keyword(s):  
Immune Response ◽  
Body Condition ◽  
Parasite Load ◽  
The Body ◽  
Sexually Dimorphic ◽  
Common Lizard ◽  
Zootoca Vivipara ◽  
Immune Capacity ◽  
Body Colouration

In many animals, aspects of colouration are hypothesized to convey information on the body condition or quality of individuals. This idea has been tested primarily for the carotenoid-based component of body colouration. The significance of other pigments in this context has received far less attention. In the common lizard, Zootoca vivipara, the degree of black patterning on the ventrum and throats is sexually dimorphic and varies considerably among individuals. In this study, we examine whether this melanin-based component of body colouration may reflect individual differences in quality (SVL, condition, immune response). We find that males (but not females) with a higher degree of ventral patterning mount a stronger phytohemagglutinin-induced immune response. The amount of black patterning does not correlate with body size, body condition, aspects of dorsal colouration or parasite load. We conclude that in male Zootoca vivipara, melanin-based ventral colouration may signal an aspect of immune capacity to sexual rivals or potential partners.

scholarly journals Study on the Effect of the Ambient Temperature toward the Quality of Sleep

2017 ◽  
Vol 7 (6) ◽  
pp. 2986
Author(s):  
Wira Hidayat bin Mohd Saad ◽  
Khoo Chin Wuen ◽  
Masrullizam bin Mat Ibrahim ◽  
Nor Hashimah Binti Mohd Saad ◽  
Syafeeza Binti Ahmad Radz ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Heart Rate ◽  
Body Temperature ◽  
Ambient Temperature ◽  
Body Condition ◽  
Body Movement ◽  
The Body ◽  
Quality Of Sleep ◽  
Ambient Temperatures ◽  
The Right

Getting enough sleep at the right times can help in improving quality of life and protect mental and physical health. This study proposes a portable sleep monitoring device to determine the relationship between the ambient temperature and quality of sleep. Body condition parameter such as heart rate, body temperature and body movement was used to determine quality of sleep. All readings will be log into database so that users can review back and hence analyze quality of sleep. The functionality of the overall system is designed for a better experience with a very minimal intervention to the user. The simple test on the body condition (body temperature and heart rate) while asleep with several different ambient temperatures are varied and the result shows that someone has a better sleep for the temperature range of 23 to 28 degree Celsius. This can prove by lower body temperature and lower heart rate.

Health 4.0: body management for autoimmune using instant messaging technology. Case Study: Autoimmune

2019 ◽  
Vol 5 (1) ◽  
pp. 23-28
Author(s):  
R. Djajasoepena ◽  
T. Rachmatika
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Autoimmune Disease ◽  
Body Condition ◽  
Instant Messaging ◽  
The Body ◽  
Immune Systems ◽  
Descriptive Research

Autoimmune disease is caused by our immune systems that attack our body. The autoimmune patients are treated by doctor that is specialized in neurology. The doctor will only give them some treatment to maintain the condition of the patient. Every patient has different body condition therefore the doctor treatment is different to manage each patient condition. It is important for the doctor to pay attention give different treatment to each patient depend on the autoimmune they have, and the patient condition. One of the method in monitoring patient condition is by doing frequent communication with the patient, so the body condition of patient can be controlled. In recent years, there are many kinds of technologies that the doctor can use tocommunicating with patients. One of the technology is instant messaging. The authors willconduct a descriptive research on how instant messaging can help the doctor and autoimmunepatients managing the quality of life by using questionnaire and analyzing the result.

Effects of late gestation nutrient restriction on cow body weight, body condition score, colostrum quality, future reproduction and subsequent calf performance

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Garland R. Dahlke ◽  
Erika L. Lundy
Keyword(s):  
Body Condition ◽  
Body Condition Score ◽  
Energy Restriction ◽  
The Body ◽  
Late Gestation ◽  
State University ◽  
Condition Score ◽  
Calf Performance ◽  
Future Reproduction

Theobjective of this study was to evaluate the effects of metabolizable proteinand energy restriction during late gestation on the body condition score, bodyweight, and colostrum quality of fall calving cows, as well as their subsequentcalf performance. For this study, 48 multiparous Angus cows were used from theIowa State University-McNay Research and Demonstration Farm fall herd.&nbsp;

The effect of periconceptional undernutrition of sheep on the cognitive/emotional response and oocyte quality of offspring at 30 days of age

2014 ◽  
Vol 5 (2) ◽  
pp. 79-87 ◽  
Author(s):  
J. A. Abecia ◽  
A. Casao ◽  
M. Pascual-Alonso ◽  
S. Lobón ◽  
L. A. Aguayo-Ulloa ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Locomotor Activity ◽  
Control Diet ◽  
Farming Systems ◽  
Oocyte Quality ◽  
Adverse Outcomes ◽  
The Body ◽  
Ewe Lambs ◽  
Extensive Farming

Maternal periconceptional undernutrition is associated with altered development and increased risks of adverse outcomes in the offspring. This circumstance is normal in flocks under extensive farming systems, which depend on natural forage resources. The aim of this study was to determine the effect of periconceptional undernutrition in sheep on behavioral and reproductive aspects of the offspring. Eighty ewes were synchronized in estrus and allocated to two groups (n=40) to be fed diets that provided 1.5 (C) or 0.5 (L) times the requirements for maintenance. Ewes were mated and 7 days later fed the control diet until lambing. One month after lambing, 32 lambs were exposed to tests to determine their cognitive and emotional responses. Six ewe lambs were euthanized and in vitro maturation and fertilization procedures were performed. L ewes presented a significant reduction in prolificacy and fecundity (P<0.05) in comparison with C ewes. Mean LW at lambing of L lambs was significantly higher than C lambs (C: 3.80±0.11; L: 4.24±0.15 kg, P<0.05). Lambs born from C ewes spent more time walking than L lambs (P<0.05) in the isolation test, revealing a decrease in the locomotor activity of lambs born from undernourished ewes around conception. Ewe lambs from the undernourished ewes presented a total population of oocytes 2.3 times higher than ovaries from control ewe lambs (60.0±7.8 v. 140.0±18.5 oocytes; P<0.05). In conclusion, periconceptional undernutrition is able to produce an increment in the body weight and the oocyte population, and an alteration of the locomotor activity of the offspring.

Experience in the use of double broncholytic therapy in occupational practice

2019 ◽  
pp. 303-307
Author(s):  
Elena A. Beigel ◽  
Natalya G. Kuptsova ◽  
Elena V. Katamanova ◽  
Oksana V. Ushakova ◽  
Oleg L. Lakhman
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Personal Data ◽  
The Body ◽  
Step Test ◽  
Aluminum Production ◽  
Chronic Obstructive ◽  
Body Plethysmography ◽  
Occupational Copd ◽  
The Impact

Introduction. Occupational chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is one of the leading nosological forms of occupational respiratory disease. Numerous studies have shown high effectiveness of the combination of indacaterol/glycopyrronium (Ultibro®breezhaler®) on the impact on clinical and functional indicators in the treatment of COPD in General practice.The aim of the investigation the case of occupational COPD with the analysis of the dynamics of functional indicators, tolerance to physical load and evaluation of the quality of life of workers engaged in aluminum production by using combination of indacaterol/glycopyrronium.Materials and methods. The random sampling method included 20 men, workers of aluminum production, with the established diagnosis of professional COPD at the age of 40 to 60 years. The survey was conducted (Borg scale, medical Research Council scale (mMRC) and COPD Assessment Test (CAT). Functional methods of studies were conducted: spirometry, body plethysmography, electrocardiography (ECG) and the six-minute stepper test (6-MST).Results. Against the background of 8 weeks of therapy, the volume of forced exhalation for 1 minute (FEV1) increased by 14.7% and amounted to 67.90% of the due values, the forced vital capacity of the lungs (FVC) increased by 11.3% and amounted to 76.95% of the due. According to the body plethysmography (BPG) is set to decrease in residual lung volume on average by 13.4% and static hyperinflation, confirmed by the decrease in functional residual volume (FRV) of 18.8%. During the study period increased physical activity of patients. The average difference between the distance traveled in the six-minute step test before and after treatment was 58.8 m. The analysis of personal data showed that the quality of life of patients improved, the total score in the questionnaire CAT at the beginning of the study was 16.9 points, and after 8 weeks decreased by 63% and amounted to 10.7 points.Conclusions: The Results indicate a positive effect of combination therapy with indacaterol/glycopyrronium on the course and progression of occupational COPD.

PENGARUH KONSEP DIRI DAN KOMPETENSI PEDAGOGIK GURU TERHADAP KUALITAS PROSES PEMBELAJARAN

Edum Journal ◽  
2018 ◽  
Vol 1 (2) ◽  
pp. 106-117
Author(s):  
Khamim Khamim ◽  
Wresni Pujiyati
Keyword(s):  
Significant Influence ◽  
Learning Process ◽  
The Body ◽  
Self Concept ◽  
Survey Method ◽  
Empirical Level ◽  
Pedagogical Competence ◽  
Teacher Needs ◽  
Evaluation Of Learning

The main focus of this research is on the self-concept and pedagogical competence of the teacher and its influence on the quality of the learning process both partially and double. The research method used is a survey method in which the authors go directly to the empirical level by distributing questionnaires to 47 teachers. The processing and analysis techniques used are linear and multiple regression. The results of the study show that: (1) There is a positive and significant influence of the teacher's self-concept on the quality of the learning process (2) There is a positive and significant influence on the teacher's pedagogical competence on the quality of the learning process. (3) There is a positive and significant effect of self-concept and pedagogical competence of teachers together on the quality of the learning process. Therefore, the authors suggest: (1) So that the teacher improves health and appearance because the results of the study show that the weakness of the teacher's self-concept is in the appearance and significance of the body. So that the teacher needs to be given enlightenment related to how to maintain health and fitness through the implementation of joint gymnastics or conducting group discussions related to the dirt to maintain a prime body. (2) To face future competition and improve the quality of education it is deemed necessary to further increase the pedagogical competence of teachers, especially those related to planning and evaluation of learning.

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