scholarly journals Performance response, carcass evaluation and economic benefit or rabbits fed sorghum offal-based diets

2014 ◽  
Vol 14 (61) ◽  
pp. 8585-8601
Author(s):  
MH Ogunsipe ◽  
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JO Agbede ◽  
OA Adedeji ◽  
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Keyword(s):  
Cell Volume ◽  
Blood Cells ◽  
White Blood Cells ◽  
Feed Conversion ◽  
Crude Fibre ◽  
Feed Composition ◽  
Mean Cell Volume ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
Haematological Profile ◽  
Maize Grain

An eight-week feeding trial was conducted to investigate the performance, carcass quality, haematological indices and economics of production of rabbits fed dietary sorghum offal substitute for maize grain. A total of forty (40) weaned rabbits with a mean weight range of 820-850 g were randomly distributed to five treatment diets where 0, 25, 50, 75 and 100% of sorghum offal replaced maize grain in the gross feed composition to give Diets 1 (control), 2, 3, 4 and 5, respectively. Each treatment diet was replicated eight times with a rabbit taken as a replicate. The determined chemical composition of the experimental diets ranged between 17.12% and17.43% for crude protein (CP), 11.48 and 14.89% for crude fibre (CF), 5.04 and 7.74% for ether extract or fat (EE), 54.17 and 56.41% for nitrogen free extract (NFE) and 3069.35kcal/kg to 3241.17ME(kcal/kg). While the results on performance showed no significant difference (P>0.05) in feed intake by rabbits fed the five test diets, there appeared to be significant decrease (P<0.05) in the weight gain and feed conversion ratio of rabbits fed 50 to 100% sorghum offal-based diets. Carcass cuts that showed significant reduction (P<0.05) at 75 and 100% sorghum offal-based diets are the carcass weight, thigh, loin, shoulder and ribs weights. Organs such as liver, kidney, heart and pancreas weights measured were significantly higher (P<0.05) at 75 and 100% sorghum offal-based diets. Haematological profile such as Packed Cell Volume (PCV), Red Blood Cells (RBC), White Blood Cells (WBC), Mean Cell Volume (MCV) and White Blood Counts such as neutrophil and basophil showed significant difference (P<0.05) at 75% and 100% sorghum offal-based diets. The serum metabolites such as albumin, globulin, cholesterol and urea showed a similar trend of significant difference (P<0.05) at 75% and 100% sorghum offal inclusion compared to other test diets. For economic production, the study revealed an optimum inclusion of sorghum offal at 50% (24.60 g/kg in feed composition) for maize grain in rabbit concentrate feed is possible. Above this level, a loss of N23.17 and N13.16 was recorded as evidenced by the cost differential and benefit cost analysis.

scholarly journals Comparative effect of genotype and season on the haematological profile of two laying chicken strains in southwest Nigeria

2020 ◽  
Vol 53 (1) ◽  
pp. 13-18
Author(s):  
Young Imienwain Irivboje ◽  
Adeboye Olusesan Fafiolu ◽  
Muyideen Timothy Sanni ◽  
Oluwabusayo Adewunmi Irivboje ◽  
Christian Obiora Ndubuisi Ikeobi
Keyword(s):  
Red Blood Cells ◽  
Cell Volume ◽  
Packed Cell Volume ◽  
Blood Cells ◽  
Rainy Season ◽  
White Blood Cells ◽  
Tropical Condition ◽  
Mean Values ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
Haematological Profile

AbstractHaematological studies help in understanding the relationship of blood characteristics to the environment. One of the major environmental factors influencing haematological indicators is season. This study was aimed at the variation in haematological profiles of two strains of laying birds at different seasons. We therefore evaluated the effects of genotype and season on the haematological profile in two strains of laying birds – Dominant brown (D-192) and Hyline brown in the tropics. A total of 50 birds per strain at 30 weeks of age were randomly selected for this study. Packed cell volume (PCV) and platelets were obtained using microhaematocrit whereas red blood cells (RBC) and white blood cells (WBC) were counted using a haemocytometer. The result obtained showed that there was a significant difference (P < 0.05) in the haematological profile of the birds in the two seasons compared (rainy and dry seasons). The haematological indices obtained during the rainy season had significantly higher mean values in packed cell volume (29.65 ± 0.32%), red blood cells (2.65 ± 0.03 × 1012/L), haemoglobin (100.1 ± 0.11 g/L) and eosinophil (2.5 ± 0.16%) while those obtained during the dry season had a higher significant effect on the white blood cells (19.16 ± 0.36 × 109/L). The results further revealed that between the strains, there was no significant difference (P > 0.05) in most of the indicators analysed but Hyline brown had significantly higher values (P < 0.05) of eosinophils and platelets. We concluded that the observed differences could be a result of genetic differences between the two strains of birds which gives room for selection and that the rainy season is more favourable for laying birds production under tropical condition.

scholarly journals The prevalence of leukocyte abnormalities among Sudanese patients with sickle cell disease

2021 ◽  
Vol 9 (1) ◽  
pp. 262-267
Author(s):  
Tarig Osman Khalafallah Ahmed ◽  
Ekhlas Alrasheid Abu Elfadul ◽  
Ahmed A. Agab Eldour ◽  
Omer Ibrahim Abdallah Mohammed
Keyword(s):  
Sickle Cell Disease ◽  
Cell Volume ◽  
Sickle Cell ◽  
Blood Cells ◽  
White Blood Cells ◽  
Blood Film ◽  
Cell Disease ◽  
Mean Cell Volume ◽  
Blood Disorder ◽  
Age Range

Sickle cell disease (SCD) is an inherited blood disorder that affects red blood cells. The study was conducted in Elobied town during the period May 2011 to September 2011. The aim of this study is to detect the abnormalities of leucocytes among sickle cell anemic patients. 40 sickle cell anemic patients; age range between 8 months to 23 years. Blood sample was taken for all patients and the laboratory investigation were performed using automated estimation for: hemoglobin (Hb), Packed cell volume (PCV), red cell count (RBCs), mean cell volume (MCV), mean cell hemoglobin (MCH), mean cell concentration (MCHC), and total white blood cells, comment on blood film using manual methods. The conclusion of this study there is increase in total white blood cells with shift to left in neutrophil precursor in sickle cell patients with complications ,the most immature cells are band form, myelocytes and metamyelocytes, and there also lymphocytosis and neutrophilia which has been increases in response to infections.

scholarly journals Can Haematological Indices Predict Positive Findings at Endoscopy in Anaemic Patients?

2007 ◽  
Vol 89 (3) ◽  
pp. 221-225
Author(s):  
AMP Schizas ◽  
R Reid ◽  
ML George
Keyword(s):  
Cell Volume ◽  
Blood Cells ◽  
Blood Count ◽  
Haematological Parameters ◽  
Full Blood Count ◽  
Mean Cell Volume ◽  
Upper Gi ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
Significant Pathology ◽  
Haematological Indices

INTRODUCTION Patients with anaemia are commonly referred for bidirectional endoscopy. The aim of this study was to determine if any haematological parameters could predict positive findings at endoscopy. PATIENTS AND METHODS A total of 209 patients had bidirectional endoscopies performed for anaemia between September 2002 and March 2004. The endoscopy reports, histology and full blood count results (haemoglobin [Hb], red blood cells [RBCs], packed cell volume [PCV], mean cell volume [MCV] and mean cell haemoglobin [MCH]) were then reviewed. Statistical analysis was performed using non-parametric tests. RESULTS Overall, 197 patients had successful bidirectional endoscopies with 12 requiring completion barium enema. In 48 (23%) of these patients, a cause of anaemia was found with 15 (7.2%) carcinomas detected (2 upper GI and 13 lower GI). There was a significant difference in haemoglobin (9.2 g/dl versus 10.1 g/dl; P = 0.0044), RBCs (3.56 × 1012/l versus 3.83 × 1012/l; P = 0.0325) and PCV (0.279 l/l versus 0.31 l/l; P = 0.0112) between patients with positive findings at endoscopy and those with a normal investigation. Cancer patients had significantly lower haemoglobin (8.65 g/dl versus 10.1 g/dl; P = 0.0103), RBCs (3.45 × 1012/l versus 3.83 × 1012/l; P = 0.0179) and PCV (0.27 l/l versus 0.31 l/l; P = 0.0298) compared with patients with normal endoscopies. There was no significant difference in the other haematological parameters between those found to have positive findings and those that had normal endoscopies. CONCLUSIONS Based on this study, the yield of bidirectional endoscopy is low, with haemoglobin and PCV being the most useful haematological indices of significant pathology. Ferritin and MCV did not predict the likelihood of finding a gastrointestinal cause for the anaemia.

scholarly journals Effect of pregnancy on packed cell volume and total white blood cells count among Sudanese pregnant women attending antenatal care at Ribat University Hospital (Khartoum state)

2018 ◽  
Vol 7 (2) ◽  
pp. 371
Author(s):  
Wafa Mubarak M. Ahmed ◽  
Abdurrahman Khalid ◽  
O. A. Musa
Keyword(s):  
Antenatal Care ◽  
Pregnant Women ◽  
Cell Volume ◽  
Packed Cell Volume ◽  
Blood Cells ◽  
White Blood Cells ◽  
University Hospital ◽  
Control Group ◽  
P Values ◽  
Significant Difference

Background: During pregnancy the women undergo several structural and physiological changes almost in all body systems including the hematological profile. The main reported hematological change is the plasma expansion and haemodilution which affect the red blood cells(RBCs) and white blood cells (WBCs) count in addition to other hematological indices including packed cell volume (PCV). The objective of this study was to assess the effect of pregnancy on packed cell volume and white blood cells among Sudanese pregnant women and derive a formula for the normal values in pregnant women in relation to the packed cell volume.Methods: An analytical case control study was conducted in Khartoum state, Sudan 2017. The study included20 Sudanese pregnant women in the second and third trimesters attending the antenatal care at The National Ribat university hospital and 20 Sudanese non-pregnant women in the same age group as control. A questionnaire was used to collect socio-demographic and clinical data.5ml of venous blood was collected in a container containing EDTA. Complete blood count (CBC) was measured by using automated cell counter Sysmex.Results: There was statistically significant decrease in PCV value during 2nd and 3rd trimesters of pregnancy compared to the non-pregnant control group with p values (0.00 and 0.04 respectively), and statistically significant increase in WBCs count during 2nd and 3rd trimesters of pregnancy compared to the non-pregnant control group with p values (0.04 and 0.00 respectively). Also, a progressive increase in WBCs count with gestational age was demonstrated (second trimester 6.65×103/uL, third trimester 7.43×103/uL). The results showed mean WBCs of 7.79×103/uL, when compared to the estimated values the results showed no significant difference with the mean WBCs in 2ndand 3rdtrimesters (p value 0.06 and 0.39 respectively).Conclusions: During pregnancy there was statistically significant decrease in PCV values, statistically significant increase in WBCs count and by considering the haemodilution factor there was a higher increase in WBCs count.

scholarly journals Haematology of air breathing mud eel, Monopterus cuchia (Hamilton, 1822) of Mymensingh and Kishoreganj districts of Bangladesh

2013 ◽  
Vol 22 (2) ◽  
pp. 127-134
Author(s):  
AFM Nazmus Salehin ◽  
Shankar Chandra Mandal
Keyword(s):  
Blood Cells ◽  
White Blood Cells ◽  
Haemoglobin Concentration ◽  
Air Breathing ◽  
Corpuscular Haemoglobin ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
Haematological Profile ◽  
Mean Corpuscular Haemoglobin ◽  
Hb Concentration ◽  
Corpuscular Haemoglobin Concentration

Haematological profile of air breathing mud eel, Monopterus cuchia (Hamilton) from Mymensinghh and Kishoreganj were determined in the present study. Erythrocytes, lymphocytes, monocytes, neutrophils, eosinophils and platelet were evaluated. Significantly higher (p < 0.05) haemoglobin (Hb) concentration was found in air breathing mud eel of Kishoreganj than that of Mymensinghh area. The haematocrit (HCT), erythrocyte sedimentation rate (ESR), total red blood cells (TRBC), mean corpuscular volume (MCV), mean corpuscular haemoglobin (MCH), mean corpuscular haemoglobin concentration (MCHC), total white blood cells (TWBC), lymphocytes, neutrophils, monocytes, eosinophils did not show any significant difference. Findings of the present study showed little variation of haematological profile in air breathing mud eel sampled from Mymensinghh and Kishoreganj. Dhaka Univ. J. Biol. Sci. 22(2): 127-134, 2013 (July)

scholarly journals Bioactive components and the effect of aqueous leaf extract of Maesobotrya barteri (Baill.) Hutch. (Euphorbiaceae) on haematological profile in paracetamol-induced Wistar rats

2019 ◽  
Vol 6 (14) ◽  
pp. 521-533
Author(s):  
C. U. Ogunka-Nnoka ◽  
B. W. Abbey
Keyword(s):  
Blood Cells ◽  
Leaf Extract ◽  
White Blood Cells ◽  
Appreciable Amount ◽  
Albino Rats ◽  
Bioactive Components ◽  
Sample Extract ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
Haematological Profile ◽  
Aqueous Leaf Extract

The study evaluates the bioactive components and the effect of aqueous leaf extract of Maesobotrya barteri (Baill.) Hutch. (Euphorbiaceae) on the haematological profile of paracetamol-induced Wistar albino rats. Standard methods were used in the proximate, phytochemical and haematological profile analysis. The results of the proximate composition revealed high values for crude fiber (49.13%), carbohydrates (16.33%) and protein (10.94%). Phytochemical studies showed the presence of alkaloids, flavonoids, saponins, phenols and tannins within the concentration range of 0.0003-94.68 µg/mL. Twenty-four hours after the last oral administration, the rats were sacrificed. Blood was obtained by cardiac puncture. Results of the haematological profile at different dose levels (200 mg/kg, 300 mg/kg and 500 mg/kg body weight) did not show any significant difference (p > 0.05) when compared with the control. A slight increase was observed in the erythrocytes (red blood cells, haemoglobin, packed cell volume and platelets). Meanwhile, a significant increase (p <= 0.05) was observed in the WBC and platelets of the groups induced with paracetamol only. However, administration of ascorbic and the sample extract reduced the white blood cells and platelet levels. The study revealed that M. barteri leaves contain an appreciable amount of nutrients, bioactive constituents and may serve as a blood booster.

scholarly journals Effects of Age, Breed and Sex on Haematological Parameters of Growing Omani Goat Breeds

2016 ◽  
Vol 21 (2) ◽  
pp. 82
Author(s):  
Nur El Huda I. Osman ◽  
Rashid M. Al-Busaidi ◽  
Eugene H. Johnson
Keyword(s):  
Cell Volume ◽  
Blood Cells ◽  
White Blood Cells ◽  
Haemoglobin Concentration ◽  
Blood Parameters ◽  
Haematological Parameters ◽  
Mean Cell Volume ◽  
Sultan Qaboos University ◽  
Breed Differences ◽  
Agricultural Experiment

Sixty seven healthy growing goat kids of three Omani breeds, born and raised in Sultan Qaboos University Agricultural Experiment Station, were used to study the effects of age, breed and sex on haematological parameters. Blood samples were collected at several times from the first to 25 weeks to study the following parameters: Red Blood Cells (RBCs), White Blood Cells (WBCs), Packed Cell Volume (PCV), Haemoglobin (Hb), Mean Cell Volume (MCV), Mean Cell Haemoglobin Concentration (MCHC) and Mean Cell Haemoglobin (MCH). At birth, MCV and MCH levels were significantly higher in Batina (BAT) kids than both Jabal Akhdar (JA) and Dhofari (DOF), but there were no breed differences in the rest of the haematological values. There were significant breed differences in RBC, MCH, WBC, MCV at different ages, with Hb and PCV being highly significant at all ages. All blood parameters changed with time but showed different patterns in all breeds. There was no effect of sex on RBC, MCHC, PCV, Hb or WBC, but female kids had significantly higher MCH and MCV values at week 12. This study indicates that haematology parameters in Omani goat kids could be affected by age, breed and sex.  

scholarly journals Effects of Justicia carnea Leave on Hematological Parameters in Albino Mice Carried Out in Mbingo Annex Hospital Laboratory in Bamenda, North West Region, Cameroon

2020 ◽  
pp. 43-50
Author(s):  
Asakizi Augustine Nji ◽  
Nchang Chrysanthus ◽  
Ngombe David Monyongo
Keyword(s):  
Cell Volume ◽  
Blood Cells ◽  
Hematological Parameters ◽  
Positive Control ◽  
Negative Control ◽  
Mean Cell Volume ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
Albino Mice ◽  
Mean Cell Hemoglobin ◽  
Test Control

This study is design to ascertain the hematological status in albino mice treated with Justicia carnea leave, which could aid in the treatment of anemia. The hematological parameters investigated include Mean Cell Volume (MCV), Mean Cell Hemoglobin (MCH), Mean Cell Hemoglobin Concentration (MCHC), Platelets (PLTS), Hemoglobin (Hb), Red Blood Cells (RBCs), Pack Cell Volume (PCV) and White Blood Cells (WBCs). Nine (9) male albino mice of approximately the same weight 300 g were grouped into 3 groups that’s Negative Control (NC) Positive Control (PC) and Test Control (TC), each made up of 3 mice. Negative control mice were given normal feed moisten with water,  Positive control received diluted iron folate with normal feed, finally Test control mice were  administered powdered leaves of Justicia carnea with normal feed for 7 days, after which blood samples were collected using EDTA tubes by exsanguination and run for hematological parameters using auto-hematological analyzer. The results of various groups were found to be; as there was a significant increase in RBCs, Hb, & PCV (P=0.05), between the groups. No significant change was observed on the MCV, MCH, and MCHC. Lymphocytosis was observed in all groups with mark difference in granulocytosis. TC had granulocytosis, NC showed normal granulocyte scores and the PC show granulocytopenia with a statistical difference of P=0.0017. A significant difference was seen in platelets between the groups P=0.02. This study shows that J. carnea leaves possess anti-anemic potential, lending credence to the use of these plant leaves in folk medicine for the management of hemolytic anemia would be helpful. Further research on the various phytochemicals of the plant should be done and also its toxicological aspects.

scholarly journals Nutritional evaluation of cassava (Manihot esculenta crantz) peel in the diet of weaner pigs

2021 ◽  
Vol 35 (1) ◽  
pp. 82-89
Author(s):  
A. E. Onyimonyi ◽  
G. C. Okeke
Keyword(s):  
Blood Cells ◽  
Average Daily Gain ◽  
White Blood Cells ◽  
Feed Conversion ◽  
Manihot Esculenta Crantz ◽  
Progressive Decline ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
Daily Gain ◽  
Cassava Peel ◽  
Weaner Pigs

Four isocaloric and isonitrogenous weaner diets for pigs in which maize was progressively replaced with 0,5,10 and 15% of fermented and sundried cassava peel meal (CPM) were formulated. The four treatment diets 1,2,3 and 4 were fed to twenty-four weaner pigs averaging 5.64 +0.09kg at eight weeks of age for 56 days. Results showed that there was a progressive decline (P<0.05) in average daily gain (kg) and protein efficiency ratio as the level of CPM in the diets increased. Pigs performance in terms of these parameters was the same for the control, 5 or 10% CPM diets (P>0.05). Significant difference (P<0.05) only showed up when CPM was fed at 15% level. Pigs on the 10% CPM diet had significantly (P<0.05) better feed conversion ratio and feed cost /kg gain. Haematological examination revealed that the effect of treatments on packed cell volume, red blood cells, white blood cells, neutrophils and monocyte levels were significant (P< 0.05). The results revealed that CPM could replace 10% of maize in a diet for weaner Pigs. 

Effects of dietary oil palm, plantain and Calopogonium spp. leaves on performance and sensory values of rabbit meat

2020 ◽  
Vol 18 (1) ◽  
pp. 77-89
Author(s):  
J.N. Ingweye ◽  
J. Mfon ◽  
G.A. Kalio ◽  
F.I. Ologbose
Keyword(s):  
Oil Palm ◽  
Proximate Analysis ◽  
Conversion Ratio ◽  
Feed Conversion Ratio ◽  
Feed Conversion ◽  
Crude Fibre ◽  
Fixed Amount ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
Weight Gains ◽  
Better Than

Performance and organoleptic indices of rabbits fed plantain, oil palm and calopogonium leaves was assessed using 48, eight weeks old bucks. They were allotted to four groups of 12 animals and three replicates of four animals each. Group A (control) was fed calopogonium leaf while groups B, C, and D were fed plantain leaf, oil palm leaf, and 50% oil palm + 50% plantain leaves, respectively. Animals consumed fixed amount of commercial pellets while forages and water were given ad libitum. Completely randomized design, one-way analysis of variance was used. Proximate analysis of pellets and forages as well as feed intake, weight gain and feed conversion ratio were assessed. At the end of the experiment, meat from one rabbit per treatment was used for sensory evaluation by 20 semi-trained panelists using 7-point hedonic scale. Data were analyzed using SPSS software. Significant means were separated using Least Significant Difference. Crude protein, crude fibre, ether extract, nitrogen free extract and ash contents of the leaves ranged from 25.11±1.50 (calopogonium) to 4.90±0.92 (oil palm), 38.40±2.12 (oil palm) to 15.38±0.07 (plantain), 9.71±0.01 (plantain) to 2.30±0.01 (oil palm), 47.80±0.56 (oil palm) to 32.27±0.02 (calopogonium) and 11.93±0.02 (plantain) to 2.99±0.01 (oil palm), respectively. Groups A and B had the highest (p<0.05) final weight and weight gains while groups A, B and C had the highest (p<0.05) forage intake. Feed conversion ratios of groups A and B were better (lower) than others. Forages had no effect on meat colour and texture. Groups B and D meats tasted better than others. Group D meat aroma was better than those fed single forages. Meats from groups C and D were the juiciest while meats from groups A, C and D were the most acceptable. Consideration of final weights, weight gains, feed conversion ratio and taste of meat would require that plantain leaves be used to feed meat rabbits. Keywords: Organoleptic indices, Dry season feeding, Forage

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