scholarly journals The Blood Biochemical Profiles in Algerian Rabbits of the Semi-arid Region of Aures (Algeria) At Different Physiological Stages

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Moumen Souad ◽  
Belkadi Souhila ◽  
Bouchareb Chahrazed ◽  
Adjroud Hamida
Keyword(s):  
Local Population ◽  
Reproductive Traits ◽  
Blood Parameters ◽  
Mean Value ◽  
Good Tool ◽  
Treatment Groups ◽  
Pregnant Females ◽  
Blood Biochemical ◽  
Lactating Females ◽  
Semi Arid Region

Background: In recent years, several works have examined the reproductive traits of Algerian local population rabbit does but no standardization study has been done on the plasmatic parameters of this population of rabbits reared in the Aures region during their different physiological stages. Therefore, the present study evaluated the effect of these on certain blood parameters in local rabbit does.Methods: The rabbit does (n=120) were randomly divided into 4 treatment groups; Empty (E), Pregnant (P), Pregnant lactating (P-L) and Lactating (L). Does were first mated at the age of 16.5 weeks with an average body weight of 3107.1 ± 53.5g and with body condition scoring (BCS) of loin and rump ranging from 2 to 3 on a scale of 1- 5 following a 42-day rhythm. Four blood samples were collected from females of five rabbits in each group viz. E, P, P-L and L respectively.Result: Milk yield differs significantly (p less than 0.05) between the two experimental groups (P-L and L). Litter size and litter weight of does at birthing was higher (p less than 0.01) in L group than in P and P-L groups. That the mean levels glucose in non-pregnant group recorded as 0.22±0.04g/l which was increased 3rd week of pregnancy (0.65± 0.1 g/l followed by low mean value 0.35+0.2g/l and 0.4+0.1g/l at pregnant lactating and lactating stages of experimental rabbits. The lowest level of protein was recorded in the second week of pregnancy (p less than 0.05). The increase in total protein, albumin and globulin concentrations in lactating group might be physiological. Concerning total lipids, there was a strong mobilization of body fat in pregnant females (97 mg/dl ± 0.10; p less than 0.05). However, a marked decrease (p less than 0.05) was recorded in cholesterolemia in lactating females. Regarding triglyceridemia, we have recorded a significant raise (37.7 ± 35.6; p less than 0.001) in pregnant females. The creatinine value recorded was close to the physiological norms 1.3-2.7 mg/dl vs 1.08 -0. 92 mg/dl. T3 plasma levels were lower (p less than 0.05) in lactating females’ group. Pregnant and lactating does showed an increase (p less than 0.05) of leptin level. The higher (p less than 0.05) progesterone levels in pregnant and pregnant-lactating does than its concentrations in empty and lactating does might be attributed to maintaining pregnancy. Therefore, the current study confirms that the analysis of metabolites represents a good tool to understand the physiological mechanisms.

Effect of Thyroxinehormone on Blood Parameters of Pregnant and Non-Pregnant Females Mus musculus

2016 ◽  
Vol 29 (1) ◽  
pp. 172-184
Author(s):  
Sami J. Al-Maliki ◽  
Ali A. A. Al-Ali ◽  
Salma S. Abbas
Keyword(s):  
Mus Musculus ◽  
Blood Parameters ◽  
Pregnant Females

scholarly journals Effects of Essential Oils-Based Supplement and Salmonella Infection on Gene Expression, Blood Parameters, Cecal Microbiome, and Egg Production in Laying Hens

Animals ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 11 (2) ◽  
pp. 360
Author(s):  
Georgi Yu. Laptev ◽  
Elena A. Yildirim ◽  
Larisa A. Ilina ◽  
Valentina A. Filippova ◽  
Ivan I. Kochish ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Egg Production ◽  
Salmonella Enteritidis ◽  
Laying Hens ◽  
Expression Profiles ◽  
Blood Parameters ◽  
Post Inoculation ◽  
Production Traits ◽  
Immunological Parameters ◽  
Specific Expression ◽  
Blood Biochemical

One of the main roles in poultry resistance to infections caused by Salmonella is attributed to host immunity and intestinal microbiota. We conducted an experiment that involved challenging Lohmann White laying hens with Salmonella Enteritidis (SE), feeding them a diet supplemented with an EOs-based phytobiotic Intebio®. At 1 and 7 days post-inoculation, the expression profiles of eight genes related to immunity, transport of nutrients in the intestine, and metabolism were examined. Cecal microbiome composition and blood biochemical/immunological indices were also explored and egg production traits recorded. As a result, the SE challenge of laying hens and Intebio® administration had either a suppressive or activating effect on the expression level of the studied genes (e.g., IL6 and BPIFB3), the latter echoing mammalian/human tissue-specific expression. There were also effects of the pathogen challenge and phytobiotic intake on the cecal microbiome profiles and blood biochemical/immunological parameters, including those reflecting the activity of the birds’ immune systems (e.g., serum bactericidal activity, β-lysine content, and immunoglobulin levels). Significant differences between control and experimental subgroups in egg performance traits (i.e., egg weight/number/mass) were also found. The phytobiotic administration suggested a positive effect on the welfare and productivity of poultry.

scholarly journals Multi-Approach Assessment for Stress Evaluation in Rainbow Trout Females, Oncorhynchus mykiss (Walbaum, 1792) from Three Different Farms during the Summer Season

Animals ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 11 (6) ◽  
pp. 1810
Author(s):  
Paul Uiuiu ◽  
Călin Lațiu ◽  
Tudor Păpuc ◽  
Cristina Craioveanu ◽  
Andrada Ihuț ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Rainbow Trout ◽  
Oncorhynchus Mykiss ◽  
Biochemical Parameters ◽  
Principal Component ◽  
Environmental Parameters ◽  
Blood Parameters ◽  
Summer Season ◽  
Farmed Fish ◽  
Blood Profile ◽  
Blood Biochemical

Blood biochemistry parameters are valuable tools for monitoring fish health. Their baseline values are still undefined for a multitude of farmed fish species. In this study, changes in the blood profile of rainbow trout females (Oncorhynchus mykiss) from three farms were investigated using different biomarkers during the summer season. In the given context, the main water physicochemical parameters were investigated and twelve biochemical parameters were measured from blood samples of rainbow trout reared in the Fiad, Șoimul de Jos, and Strâmba farms. We selected these farms because the genetic background of the rainbow trout is the same, with all studied specimens coming from the Fiad farm, which has an incubation station. Forty-five samples were collected monthly (May to August) throughout summer to observe the changes in the blood profile of rainbow trout. Principal component analysis showed a clear separation both among the studied farms and months. Furthermore, significant correlations (p < 0.05) between the majority of the biochemical parameters were found, indicating that the environmental parameters can influence several blood parameters at the same time. The present study provides several useful norms for assessing the welfare of rainbow trout, indicating that the relationships among different parameters are important factors in interpreting the blood biochemical profiles.

Reproductive traits and blood biochemical parameters of sows when using a vitamin feed additive “LipoCar”

2020 ◽  
pp. 25-31
Author(s):  
I. A. Pushkaryev ◽  
N. M. Kostomakhin ◽  
S. V. Burtseva ◽  
N. A. Novikov
Keyword(s):  
Blood Serum ◽  
Biochemical Parameters ◽  
Total Duration ◽  
Reproductive Traits ◽  
Feed Additive ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Large White ◽  
Basic Diet ◽  
Blood Biochemical ◽  
Experimental Group

The reproductive traits of sows are of paramount importance in the production of high-quality pork. The world experience of pig farming shows the need to solve first of all the feed problem. Diets unbalanced in the content of vitamins restrain the manifestation of genetically inherent high prolificacy of sows. The purpose of the research was to study the influence of feeding the vitamin feed additive “LipoCar” on the reproductive traits of sows and the biochemical parameters of blood serum. The results of research on the introduction of vitamin feed additive “LipoCar” into the diet of pregnant sows have been presented in the article. The experiment has been carried out in the production conditions in JSC “Linevsky pedigree farm” on sows of Large White breed. Pregnant sows have received a basic diet, balanced for all the normalized elements of nutrition. Sows of the experimental group in the composition of the basic diet fed the feed additive “LipoCar”. The dosage of the drug “Lipocar” was 2,1 g/head/day. “Lipocar” has been fed for 20 days. The total duration of the experiment was 3 months. When introducing the vitamin feed additive “LipoCar” into the main diet of sows in the second half of pregnancy the increase in the number of piglets in the litter by 1,6-6,8 % and the weight of the litter – by 5,6-56,2 % (P ≤ 0,001) have been revealed in comparison with the control group of animals. There was a higher content of carotene in the blood serum of sows of the experimental group by 50,0 % (P ≤ 0,01), vitamin A - by 48,7 % (P ≤ 0,05), and total protein – by 4,9 % (P ≤ 0,05).

scholarly journals Role of alternate healthy eating index (AHEI) in communicating the quality of diet

2020 ◽  
Vol 11 (2) ◽  
pp. 96-102
Author(s):  
Krishna Mohandas ◽  
L. Prema
Keyword(s):  
Healthy Eating ◽  
Diet Quality ◽  
Dietary Habits ◽  
Mean Value ◽  
Healthy Eating Index ◽  
Overweight And Obesity ◽  
Food Groups ◽  
Good Tool ◽  
The Difference

The food habits of global population has been evolving in such a way that makes unhealthy foods cheaper and widely available and healthy foods costly and less available. Being surrounded by such foods and living in an environment with lesser requirement for physical activity is the primary reason for the pandemic explosion in overweight and obesity. This study is an attempt to analyze the quality of diet with an aim to study the significance of Alternate Healthy Eating Index (AHEI) in predicting the quality of dietary intake. Methodology: The study was conducted in 66 respondents (44 females and 22 males) aged 18-65 years with BMI between 23 kg/m2 to 50 kg/m2. The respondent’s data were collected using a pretested standard questionnaire. The nutrient consumption was calculated from the 24 hour recall and the AHEI scores were derived from recall and food use frequency data. The data were analysed using SAS software. Results: The intake of Energy, protein, fat and carbohydrates were more than their requirement while intake of fibre was not meeting the requirement. The AHEI scores obtained ranged from 36 to 76 with a mean value of 55.6 ± 9.54. A positive linear association for AHEI with BMI (0.0362) and energy intake (0.13) was established through Pearson’s correlation while the association was negative with BMR (-0.14). Paired t test comparing AHEI against the difference between intake and requirement of macronutrients revealed that when the diet quality was good (as indicated by AHEI>51), the difference in intake exhibited a significant linear relationship with p values <0.001 while no relation was established when the diet quality was poor. Conclusion: AHEI encompasses all nutrients and food groups relevant to metabolic health and it can be used as a good tool to assess the quality of dietary habits of overweight and obese subjects.

scholarly journals Effect of Silver Nanoparticle Administration on Productive Performance, Blood Parameters, Antioxidative Status, and Silver Residues in Growing Rabbits under Hot Climate

Animals ◽  
2019 ◽  
Vol 9 (10) ◽  
pp. 845 ◽  
Author(s):  
Magdy Abdelsalam ◽  
Ibrahim Al-Homidan ◽  
Tarek Ebeid ◽  
Osama Abou-Emera ◽  
Mohamed Mostafa ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Total Cholesterol ◽  
Average Daily Gain ◽  
Blood Parameters ◽  
Equal Treatment ◽  
Feed Conversion ◽  
Antioxidative Status ◽  
Treatment Groups ◽  
Hot Climate ◽  
Total Antioxidant ◽  
Hematological And Biochemical Parameters

The influence of subcutaneous injections of silver nanoparticles (AgNPs) on rabbit performance, hematological and biochemical parameters of blood, antioxidant status, and the residues of silver in meat and blood in two breeds (New Zealand White (NZW) and Jabali) of rabbits growing under high ambient temperature was evaluated. A total of 90 six-week-old rabbits (45 NZW and 45 Jabali) were randomly distributed into three equal treatment groups (control, 0.5 mg, and 1.0 mg AgNPs/kg body weight). The treated rabbits were injected twice a week for four consecutive weeks. The results revealed that AgNPs administration had no significant effect on average daily gain (ADG), feed intake, and feed conversion ratio (FCR). The NZW breed surpassed the Jabali breed in growth performance traits, carcass weight, dressing percentage, and cuts of mid parts and hind cuts. Administration of AgNPs had a significant effect on hematocrit (HCT) and platelet (PLT) values. Rabbits injected with AgNPs at a dose of 0.5 mg showed a lower plasma concentration of total cholesterol and triglycerides than that of control rabbits. The NZW breed had significantly low platelet, total cholesterol, and triglyceride values. Rabbits injected with 0.5 mg/kg BW had the lowest total antioxidant capacity and highest malondialdehyde (MDA) and glutathione peroxidase. The Ag residues were higher in blood than those in meat in treated rabbits. The local breed (Jabali) had significantly lower residues than the imported one (NZW) either in meat or in blood. However, the amount of accumulated silver in blood plasma and meat increased with increasing dose.

scholarly journals THE EFFECTIVENESS OF COLEUS AMBOINICUS LEAF EXTRACTS AS AN ANALGETIC ACTIVITY ON MICE EXPOSURED TO ACETIC ACID

2018 ◽  
Vol 11 (9) ◽  
pp. 301 ◽  
Author(s):  
Yunita Sari Pane ◽  
Sufitni Sufitni ◽  
Fitriani Lumongga ◽  
Nurfida Alrasyid ◽  
Dini Permata Sari ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Acetic Acid ◽  
Water Extract ◽  
Ethanol Extract ◽  
Mean Value ◽  
Leukocyte Migration ◽  
Leaf Extracts ◽  
Mean Values ◽  
Treatment Groups ◽  
Coleus Amboinicus ◽  
All Treatment

Objective: This study aims to observe the analgesic activity of Bangun-bangun (Coleus amboinicus) leaves by induction of pain arising from chemical excitement after exposure to acetic acid.Methods: The effectiveness test of water extract and ethanol extract of Bangun-bangun leaves as an analgesic was measured by comparing the mean of quantitative and the writhing between control and treatment group. In addition, observations on the decrease in inflammatory processes occurred by calculating the reduction in the number of leukocyte migration to the inflammatory area.Result: The decrease of excitatory pain in all treatment Groups (I-IV) were significantly different. The comparison of mean values ± SEM decreased excitatory pain Groups I-II (255.00±22.22; 88.33±14.58), p=0.000. Groups I-III (255.00±22.22; 60.00±10.04), p=0.000 and Groups I-IV (255.00±22.22; 50.83±3.09), p=0.000. On histopathology examination, all treatment groups were significantly different (p=0.006). The comparison of mean value ± SEM decrease number of leukocyte Groups I-II (31.73±5.22; 14.70±3.71), p=0.025. Groups I-III (31.73±5.22; 15.67±3.22), p=0.036 and Groups I-IV (31.73±5.22; 11.77±2.77), p=0.008. However, the comparison of decrease of excitatory of pain and number of leukocyte migration between each group did not show significantly different (p>0.05).Conclusions: This study concluded that the Bangun-bangun leaves both in the form of water extract and ethanol extract proved efficacious as a pain reliever in the mice after induction of acetic acid.

scholarly journals P707 Anti-TNFα therapy has no effect on bone mineral density in younger patients with inflammatory bowel disease: A single-centre observational study

2020 ◽  
Vol 14 (Supplement_1) ◽  
pp. S572-S572
Author(s):  
R Filip ◽  
S Jarmakiewicz - Czaja ◽  
D Piątek ◽  
J Sztembis ◽  
A Pękala ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Bone Mineral Density ◽  
Bone Mineral ◽  
Mean Value ◽  
Study Group ◽  
Mineral Density ◽  
Left Femur ◽  
Entire Study ◽  
Treatment Groups ◽  
T Score ◽  
Active Inflammation

Abstract Background Active inflammation negatively affects bone mineral density. Biological treatment, among others silences the excessive reaction of the immune system, which can also reduce the risk of osteoporosis. The aim of the study is to determine whether bone mineral density is higher in patients with biological therapy. Methods In total, 112 patients over 18 years of age with CD (Crohn’s Disease) or UC (Ulcerative colitis) were included in the study. The mean value age was 35 years. Patients who had received anti-TNFα therapy (biosimilar infliximab CT-P13 or adalimumab), and who underwent densitometric evaluation after two year treatment, were selected. Those who had never received anti-TNFα therapy were selected as controls. Information regarding age, sex, weight, duration of CD, use of glucocorticoids and bisphosphonates, and signs of disease activity at the time of densitometric measurement were collected. Bone mineral density was measured by dual-energy X-ray absorptiometry (DEXA) within femoral neck and lumbar spine. Results are reported as g/cm2 and presented either as Z-score or as a T-score. Results The study group has characterised a mean value BMI (Body Mass Index)—24. The group of patients with anti-TNFαα therapy showed an average T-score left femur −0.7744 (CD) and −0.4382 (UC), but without anti-TNFα therapy −0.6636 (CD) and −0.2208 (UC). The entire study group showed a mean value t-score left femur of −0.54286. There were no significant statistical differences between the examined groups and the effect of anti-TNFα therapy on BMI, T-score left femur, T-score L2–L4 Conclusion The results of the preliminary study assessing the effect of anti-TNFα therapy on bone mineral density among the two treatment groups (CD and UC) do not indicate significant differences after the introduction of such therapy

scholarly journals Biochemical and Haematological Blood Parameters at Different Stages of Lactation in Cows

2017 ◽  
Vol 74 (1) ◽  
pp. 31 ◽  
Author(s):  
Cristian Ovidiu COROIAN ◽  
Vioara MIRESAN ◽  
Aurelia COROIAN ◽  
Camelia RADUCU ◽  
Luisa ANDRONIE ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Dairy Cows ◽  
Biochemical Parameters ◽  
Post Partum ◽  
Hematological Parameters ◽  
Technological Factor ◽  
Clinical Signs ◽  
Blood Parameters ◽  
Holstein Breed ◽  
Lactating Cows ◽  
Blood Biochemical

The health status of cows is evaluated and depending on haematological and biochemical profile of blood. Nutrition is the main technological factor that can produce profound changes in the metabolic profile in animals (Dhiman et al., 1991; Khaled et al., 1999; Ingvartsen, 2006). Blood parameters analyze can lead to identify if there are errors in nutrition of lactating cows (Payne et al., 1970). The aim of this study was the evaluation of metabolic and biochemical changes that occur during colostrum period and in terms of number of lactations in cows. The biological material was represented by a total of 60 heads of dairy cows from a family farm from Sălaj County, Romania. The cows are all from Holstein breed and presented no clinical signs of any specific pathology. Blood samples were collected from the jugular vein of each cow and analyzed. 10 individuals from each of the six lactations have been randomly selected. Haematological and biochemical parameters showed variations depending on factors analyzed here. In lactation 1 Hb was 7.55±3.05 (g/dl), while in lactation 6 the value was 12.5±2.10 (g/dl). RBC ranged as follows: in lactation 1 - 28.50±2.05 and in lactation 6 - 30.02±2.05. Lymphocytes varied within very wide limits under the influence of lactation: in lactation 1 - 2.8±1.56 and in lactation 6 - 7.55±1.80. The number of lactations and lactation rank have influenced blood biochemical and hematological parameters in dairy cows. Biochemical parameters are influenced by post-partum day, showing the lowest values in the early days of colostral period and the highest in the last few days of the same period.

scholarly journals The potential of silage lactic acid bacteria-derived nano-selenium as a dietary supplement in sheep

2019 ◽  
Vol 59 (11) ◽  
pp. 1999 ◽  
Author(s):  
M. R. F. Lee ◽  
H. R. Fleming ◽  
F. Whittington ◽  
C. Hodgson ◽  
P. T. Suraj ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Lactic Acid ◽  
Lactic Acid Bacteria ◽  
Glutathione Peroxidase ◽  
Shelf Life ◽  
Blood Parameters ◽  
Treatment Groups ◽  
Silage Inoculants ◽  
Livestock Systems ◽  
Effect Of Feeding ◽  
Se Status

Context Selenium (Se) is a trace element essential for cellular function in animals as a component of the enzymes glutathione peroxidase and iodothyronine-5-deiodinase. In many parts of Europe, Se is often deficient in livestock diets due to the low Se status of soil. Supplementation of diets with selenised yeast (predominately as seleno-methionine) or inorganic sodium selenite is common practice in most livestock systems, including ruminants. Lactic acid bacteria have been shown to convert inorganic Se into predominantly elemental nano-Se, which has been used recently in human pro-biotics as a less toxic form of Se. Therefore, silage lactic acid bacteria may provide a supplementation route of bioavailable nano-Se for ruminants. Aim Here, we report on the effect of feeding inoculated silage enriched with a supra-nutritional level of nano-Se (Selage) versus control inoculated silage (Silage) on the Se status of finishing lambs and their products, followed by a second study where blood parameters were investigated in ewes. Methods In the first study, 40 Charollais × Suffolk lambs (42 ± 1.7 kg) were paired according to weight and sex, then allocated to the two treatments for 8 or 10 weeks. Uptake of Se into wool was temporally assessed, as well as excretion of Se into faeces. Selenium concentrations in blood and muscle, carcass characteristics and meat quality are reported postmortem. In the second study, individually penned Suffolk × Mule ewes (n = 12; 76 ± 4.5 kg) were offered the same diets as in the first study. Blood parameters were assessed at the start and after 6 weeks, with intake and excretion into faeces and urine assessed temporally throughout the study. Key results In the first study, dry-matter (DM) intake was similar in both treatment groups, at 0.8 ± 0.03 kg/day, but Se concentrations of the diets were significantly different, resulting in intakes of ~0.14 and 1.60 mg/day on the Silage and Selage diets, respectively. This was reflected in higher Se concentrations in faeces (0.4 vs 2.0 mg/kg DM; P &lt; 0.001), wool (0.11 vs 0.25 mg/kg DM; P &lt; 0.001), blood (0.19 vs 0.46 mg/L; P &lt; 0.001) and muscle (0.31 vs 0.41 mg/kg: P &lt; 0.01) on the Selage than on the Silage diet. Colour (chroma) shelf life of the meat was significantly higher on the Selage treatment (8.05 vs 9.2 days; P &lt; 0.05). In the second trial, for ewes fed Selage, blood seleno-methionine increased from 0.21 to 0.25 mg/L and seleno-cysteine from 0.25 to 0.35 mg/L after 6 weeks on the treatment, whereas there was no change in ewes fed Silage. Glutathione peroxidase increased, whereas haematocrit, haemoglobin and platelet count were decreased across time during the study, but there was no difference between the treatments. Conclusions Nano-Se provided by the Selage treatment was shown to be available to sheep and improve shelf life, with no adverse haematological effects. Implications There is potential to use silage inoculants to provide bioavailable Se to ruminants. Further research is required to determine the most appropriate dose for animal performance and product quality.

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