Expression profile of the myoglobin gene in indigenous native chicken

2018 ◽  
Author(s):  
T. K. Bhattacharya ◽  
Athe Rajendra Prasad ◽  
N. Govardhana Sagar ◽  
R. N. Chatterjee ◽  
Chandan Paswan ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Mrna Level ◽  
Age Groups ◽  
Indigenous Chicken ◽  
Specific Expression ◽  
Native Chicken ◽  
Study Results ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
Chicken Breeds ◽  
Specific Expression Pattern ◽  
Different Tissues

In the present study, we quantified myoglobin (Mb) gene expression in two different indigenous chicken breeds, namely Ghagus and Aseel to discern tissue specific expression pattern in different age groups. Quantitative real-time PCR assay was developed for measurement of the Mb mRNA expression in different tissues in chickens of different age groups (day old and day 28). Overall, the Mb mRNA level displayed a significant difference among all the tissues investigated in the study. Results exhibited that, bursa and heart tissues relatively had the highest expression of Mb related to the other tissues (P less than 0.05). Further, in gizzard and bursa, a significant difference was found in the expression between both the breeds studied. It is concluded that the expression of Mb gene varied significantly among different tissues and between age groups in chicken.

scholarly journals ULTRASOUND;

2012 ◽  
Vol 19 (02) ◽  
pp. 187-192
Author(s):  
EJAZ HUSSAIN SIDDIQUI ◽  
SAAD SIDDIQUI ◽  
NOREEN SHAH
Keyword(s):  
Pediatric Population ◽  
Adult Population ◽  
Age Groups ◽  
X Rays ◽  
Geriatric Population ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Study Results ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
Ultrasound Findings ◽  
Hepatobiliary Diseases

Objectives: To assess common presenting features and the role of Ultrasound in evaluation of Hepatobiliary diseases in ourpopulation. Design: Cross sectional study. Setting: Khyber X rays, Khyber Medical Centre, Peshawar. Period: August 2010 to December2010. Material and Methods: Data from patients presenting for evaluation of Hepatobiliary diseases was analyzed for presenting complaintsand ultrasound findings according to objectives of the study. Results: In total 197 cases were included in the study. The age wise categorizationincluded pediatric population (6.1%) adult population (87.3%) and geriatric population (6.6%). Upper abdominal pain was the most commonpresenting feature in all age groups as well as in both genders. Cholelithiasis with or without cholecystitis was the most common ultrasoundfinding in all age groups. No statistically significant difference was found between presenting features or ultrasound findings in different agegroups as well as across gender. Conclusions: Hepatobiliary diseases are among major illnesses in our region. Ultrasound is a sensitive anduseful tool for screening and evaluation of Hepatobiliary disorders.

scholarly journals Increasing postural deformity trends and body mass index analysis in school-age children

2018 ◽  
Vol 57 (1) ◽  
pp. 25-32 ◽  
Author(s):  
Safet Kapo ◽  
Izet Rađo ◽  
Nusret Smajlović ◽  
Siniša Kovač ◽  
Munir Talović ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Body Mass Index ◽  
Body Mass ◽  
Age Groups ◽  
The Body ◽  
Body Posture ◽  
Negative Trend ◽  
School Age Children ◽  
Study Results ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
Spine Deformities

Abstract Introduction The aim of the study was to analyse the deviations of the body posture and to assess the occurrence of spine deformities. Additionally, Body Mass Index in school children was related to the trend in postural deformities for different age groups (5-8 years old, n=112; 9-11 years old, n=205; 12-14 years old, n=212) as part of the project “Spine Lab”, granted from the European Commission IPA founds, investigating the importance of public health issues. Methods Body posture was measured using Contemplas 3D software analyser, based on video image trajectory and BIA weight scale (Tanita BC 420). Overall, 17 variables were assessed, and differences were confirmed using MANOVA analysis. Results The results showed that there is a significant difference between age groups for the measured variables (F=9.27; p<0.01; η2=0.26), suggesting a moderate difference across the age span. Conclusion The study results showed that there is a negative trend of increasing Body Mass Index within the first and youngest age group. The fact is that the trend of increasing deformity of the shoulder belt has been noted, often inclining towards the formation of milder forms of kyphotic posture. Other forms of deformity that are accentuated in the survey results are the negative trend of increasing pelvic rotation and pelvis rotation which inclines towards the formation of lordotic posture for all three age groups.

scholarly journals Social facilitation between commercial broilers and Nigerian indigenous chicks and its effect on their welfare

2018 ◽  
Vol 51 (4) ◽  
pp. 139-146 ◽  
Author(s):  
Oluwaseun Serah Iyasere ◽  
Victor Juwon Oyeniran ◽  
Oluwatobiloba Oyawale ◽  
Deborah Adeniyi ◽  
Victoria Anthonia Uyanga
Keyword(s):  
Weight Gain ◽  
Feed Intake ◽  
Social Facilitation ◽  
Body Weight Gain ◽  
Positive Influence ◽  
Indigenous Chicken ◽  
Single Strain ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
Commercial Broiler ◽  
Chicken Breeds

Abstract This study was undertaken to investigate how social facilitation between two chicken breeds could affect their welfare. Sixty chicks each of a commercial broiler (CB) and Nigerian indigenous chicken (NIC) breed were used for this study. At four days of age, the birds were randomly assigned into three treatments namely: T1 – singlestrain CB (10 birds), T2 – single-strain NIC (10 birds) and T3 – mixed-strain (5 CB and 5 NIC) each having three replicates. Feed intake and weight gain were measured from the 1st to the 4th week of age. Behavioural observations were undertaken between 09:00 h – 10:00 h for three consecutive days per week from the 2nd to 7th week of age. At the end of the 7th week, six birds per treatment were randomly selected for test of fear (tonic immobility) and level of stress (heterophil/lymphocyte ratio, H:L). Data collected were subjected to multivariate analysis using SPSS (version 21). A higher percentage (P < 0.05) of the CB displayed feeding, drinking and sitting compared to the NIC. However, higher percentage (P < 0.05) of the NIC displayed preening, foraging and standing behaviours compared to the CB. The percentage of birds drinking was greater in the mixed-strain (MS) compared to single-strain (SS). Also, there was a significant difference (P < 0.05) in breed × flock structure (FS) interaction on feeding and sitting behaviours specifically for NIC, where the percentage of NIC feeding was greater in the MS compared to SS. However, percentage of NIC sitting was greater (P < 0.05) in the SS compared to MS. CB were more fearful (P < 0.05) than NIC and chickens in the MS were less fearful (P < 0.05) compared to SS. The level of fear was reduced (P < 0.05) in the CB and NIC reared in MS compared to SS. H:L ratio was similar in CB and NIC reared either as SS or MS. Feed intake followed this trend T1 > T3 > T2. CB gained more weight compared to NIC. Body weight gain was similar in the SS compared to MS. In conclusion, MS management system had a positive influence on the welfare of both breeds.

scholarly journals Tissue-Specific Expression of the Chicken Calpain2 Gene

2010 ◽  
Vol 2010 ◽  
pp. 1-4
Author(s):  
Zeng-Rong Zhang ◽  
Xiao-Song Jiang ◽  
Hua-Rui Du ◽  
Xiao-Cheng Li ◽  
Qing Zhu ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Developmental Change ◽  
Mrna Level ◽  
Muscle Metabolism ◽  
Specific Expression ◽  
Chicken Breed ◽  
Real Time Quantitative Pcr ◽  
Muscle Tissues ◽  
Chicken Breeds ◽  
Ontogenic Expression ◽  
Quantitative Pcr Assay

We quantified chicken calpain 2 (CAPN2) expression in two Chinese chicken breeds (mountainous black-bone chicken breed [MB] and a commercial meat type chicken breed [S01]) to discern the tissue and ontogenic expression pattern and its effect on muscle metabolism. Real-time quantitative PCR assay was developed for accurate measurement of the CAPN2 mRNA expression in various tissues from chickens of different ages (0, 2, 4, 6, 8, 10, and 12 weeks). Results showed that the breast muscle and leg muscle tissues had the highest expression of CAPN2 compared to the other tissues from the same individual (P<.05). Overall, the CAPN2 mRNA level exhibited a “rise” developmental change in all tissues. The S01 chicken had a higher expression of the CAPN2 mRNA in all tissues than the MB chicken. Our results suggest that chicken CAPN2 expression may be related to chicken breeds and tissues.

Subjective Evaluation of Acoustic Environment in Underground Spaces

2012 ◽  
Vol 450-451 ◽  
pp. 1498-1503
Author(s):  
Qi Meng ◽  
Jian Kang ◽  
Hong Jin
Keyword(s):  
Subjective Evaluation ◽  
Age Groups ◽  
Sound Sources ◽  
Acoustic Environment ◽  
Subjective Loudness ◽  
Study Results ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
Acoustic Comfort ◽  
The Relationship

Previous studies have demonstrated that users’ evaluation of acoustic environment such as subjective loudness or acoustic comfort depends on a series of factors in a particular space, rather than only on sound pressure levels. In this study, more than 2800 interviews have been undertaken at underground spaces in Harbin, China, to find out influencing factors to users’ evaluation, considering both space conditions and demographical factors. Based on the analysis of case study results, it has been found that in underground spaces, background music is generally noticeable and preferred, and it is useful for psychologically ‘masking’ other less preferred sound sources. While there is a linear correlation between the measured LAeq and the subjective loudness, the relationship between the measured LAeq and the acoustic comfort evaluation is of a parabolic shape, and the acoustic comfort is the best when LAeq is around 65-70dB. There is no significant difference between different age groups, whereas people with a higher income level tend to feel that an underground space is nosier and less acoustically comfortable.

scholarly journals Increasing postural deformity trends and body mass index analysis in school-age children

2018 ◽  
Vol 57 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Safet Kapo ◽  
Izet Rađo ◽  
Nusret Smajlović ◽  
Siniša Kovač ◽  
Munir Talović ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Body Mass Index ◽  
Body Mass ◽  
Age Groups ◽  
The Body ◽  
Body Posture ◽  
Negative Trend ◽  
School Age Children ◽  
Study Results ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
Spine Deformities

AbstractIntroductionThe aim of the study was to analyse the deviations of the body posture and to assess the occurrence of spine deformities. Additionally, Body Mass Index in school children was related to the trend in postural deformities for different age groups (5-8 years old, n=112; 9-11 years old, n=205; 12-14 years old, n=212) as part of the project “Spine Lab”, granted from the European Commission IPA founds, investigating the importance of public health issues.MethodsBody posture was measured using Contemplas 3D software analyser, based on video image trajectory and BIA weight scale (Tanita BC 420). Overall, 17 variables were assessed, and differences were confirmed using MANOVA analysis.ResultsThe results showed that there is a significant difference between age groups for the measured variables (F=9.27; p<0.01; ηConclusionThe study results showed that there is a negative trend of increasing Body Mass Index within the first and youngest age group. The fact is that the trend of increasing deformity of the shoulder belt has been noted, often inclining towards the formation of milder forms of kyphotic posture. Other forms of deformity that are accentuated in the survey results are the negative trend of increasing pelvic rotation and pelvis rotation which inclines towards the formation of lordotic posture for all three age groups.

scholarly journals UROLITHIASIS

2011 ◽  
Vol 18 (03) ◽  
pp. 380-385
Author(s):  
EJAZ HUSSAIN SIDDIQUI ◽  
SAAD SIDDIQUI ◽  
ABDUL MUNIM ◽  
Noreen Shah
Keyword(s):  
Pediatric Population ◽  
Adult Population ◽  
Age Groups ◽  
Renal Calculi ◽  
X Rays ◽  
Geriatric Population ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Study Results ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
Ultrasound Findings

Objectives: (1)To assess the common presenting features of urolithiasis. (2) To assess the role of Ultrasonography in its evaluation. Design: Cross sectional study. Setting: Khyber X rays, Khyber Medical Centre, Peshawar. Period: March 2010 to June 2010. Material and Methods: Data from patients presenting with urolithiasis for an ultrasound examination was analyzed for presenting complaints and ultrasound findings according to objectives of the study. Results: A total of 210 cases of urolithiasis were analyzed. The age wise categorization included pediatric population (9.5%), adult population (82.4%) and geriatric population (8.1%). Pain was the most common presenting complaint in all three age groups. Kidney was the most common site for renal calculi followed by ureter, bladder and urethra in descending order. Accompanying dysuria was present in 20% cases. Mild hydronephrosis was noted in 44.8%. Statistically significant difference was present between ultrasound findings in geriatric population and overall results. Conclusions: Urolithiasis continues to be a major cause of morbidity among population of all age groups. Overall trend of Ultrasonographic findings was applicable to pediatric and adult population. There has been significant difference of ultrasound findings among geriatric population from normal trend. 

scholarly journals Analysis of COVID-19 data using neutrosophic Kruskal Wallis H test

2021 ◽  
Vol 21 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Rehan Ahmad Khan Sherwani ◽  
Huma Shakeel ◽  
Wajiha Batool Awan ◽  
Maham Faheem ◽  
Muhammad Aslam
Keyword(s):  
Decision Making ◽  
Analysis Of Variance ◽  
Age Groups ◽  
Exact Form ◽  
Data Set ◽  
Classical Statistics ◽  
Study Results ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
Level Of Significance ◽  
Interval Valued

Abstract Background Kruskal-Wallis H test from the bank of classical statistics tests is a well-known nonparametric alternative to a one-way analysis of variance. The test is extensively used in decision-making problems where one has to compare the equality of several means when the observations are in exact form. The test is helpless when the data is in an interval form and has some indeterminacy. Methods The interval-valued data often contain uncertainty and imprecision and often arise from situations that contain vagueness and ambiguity. In this research, a modified form of the Kruskal-Wallis H test has been proposed for indeterminacy data. A comprehensive theoretical methodology with an application and implementation of the test has been proposed in the research. Results The proposed test is applied on a Covid-19 data set for application purposes. The study results suggested that the proposed modified Kruskal-Wallis H test is more suitable in interval-valued data situations. The application of this new neutrosophic Kruskal-Wallis test on the Covid-19 data set showed that the proposed test provides more relevant and adequate results. The data representing the daily ICU occupancy by the Covid-19 patients were recorded for both determinate and indeterminate parts. The existing nonparametric Kruskal-Wallis H test under Classical Statistics would have given misleading results. The proposed test showed that at a 1% level of significance, there is a statistically significant difference among the average daily ICU occupancy by corona-positive patients of different age groups. Conclusions The findings of the results suggested that our proposed modified form of the Kruskal-Wallis is appropriate in place of the classical form of the test in the presence of the neutrosophic environment.

Using SERVIQUAL to investigate the quality of provided wireless communication services in UAE

2020 ◽  
Vol 12 (1) ◽  
pp. 109-132
Author(s):  
Wisam Abu Jadayil ◽  
Mwafak Shakoor ◽  
Adnan Bashir ◽  
Hamza Selmi ◽  
Mohamed Rafik N.N. Qureshi
Keyword(s):  
Service Quality ◽  
Age Groups ◽  
Quality Level ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Five Dimensions ◽  
Critical Dimensions ◽  
Study Results ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
Wireless Telecommunication

Purpose The purpose of this paper is to investigate the service quality of wireless telecommunication services in the UAE. Design/methodology/approach This study uses the five dimensions of SERVQUAL instrumentation (reliability, assurance, tangibility, empathy and responsiveness) that are believed to represent service quality to approach a result of service quality level through comparing customers’ expectations to their perceptions. A SERVQUAL survey was constructed and distributed among a total number of 100 Etisalat users from four different age groups. Findings The results showed a significant difference between users’ expectations and the current level of quality of services in tangibility dimension of quality. The other variables were ranked in this order, assurance, reliability, responsiveness and empathy in service quality. Research limitations/implications The research findings encompass individuals from society only and may not be practical to generalize the findings to business organizations or industries as they have special offers and packages designed for their nature of the study. Practical implications This research is intensely valuable for Etisalat telecommunication company as it reflects and rates their service provided to the individuals of the society (citizens and residents) from five different critical dimensions. Consequently, it offers the firm the chance to improve the negative gaps in their services. Thus, higher customer satisfaction and loyalty. Originality/value This study demonstrated that a multi-cultural society could influence customers’ expectations and perceptions of service quality. The study results showed opposing expectations and perceptions to the same dimension from people of the same age group. The highest gaps were found to be in the tangibility and assurance dimensions whilst the lowest gap was found in the empathy dimension.

Proximate Composition and Meat Quality of Three Indian Native Chicken Breeds

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
P. Tensingh Gnanaraj ◽  
A. Shanmuga Sundaram ◽  
K. Rajkumar ◽  
Narendra Babu
Keyword(s):  
Proximate Composition ◽  
Profile Analysis ◽  
Meat Products ◽  
Value Added ◽  
Thiobarbituric Acid ◽  
Naked Neck ◽  
Texture Profile ◽  
Native Chicken ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
Chicken Breeds

Background: The present study was conducted at Livestock farm complex, TANUVAS, Chennai (India) with the objective of comparing the proximate composition and meat characters of three desi chicken breeds viz., Kadaknath, Nicobari Black and Naked Neck chicken. Methods: For this purpose, 60 adult birds (20 each) were maintained on littered floor in separate pens under optimal management conditions. The birds were fed with ad libitum balanced broiler ration and slaughtered after 8 weeks by randomly selecting 6 birds from each breed. Result: Laboratory analysis revealed that there was no significant difference (p>0.05) in the proximate composition of meats among the three native chicken breeds. The total ash content and calcium level was found to be higher in Nicobari Black chicken meat than other breeds and Naked Neck chicken showed the highest value of unsaturated fatty acid. There was significant difference (p less than 0.01) in the physical characters like pH, Water Holding Capacity (WHC), Shear Force Value (SFV), Extract Release Volume (ERV), Thiobarbituric Acid (TBA), Tyrosine Value (TV) texture profile analysis and hunter colour value among the three native breeds. These factors will help us to choose the right native desi breed for development of designer and value added meat products.

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