Effects of Physiological Status and Season on Blood Biochemical and Mineral Profile of Holstein Friesian Cross Bred Cattle
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2018-12
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Abstract
The present study was conducted to elucidate the plasma mineral profile and serum
biochemical parameters in Holstein Friesian cross bred cattle in different physiological
stages and seasons. In each season and each physiological group 8 normal healthy animals
randomly selected for blood sampling once in a month for minerals Ca, P, Cu, Zn and Mn;
biochemical parameters glucose, BUN, and NEFA analysis. Blood plasma minerals and
biochemical parameters were significantly (P<0.05) influenced by animal physiological
conditions and season of the year. Whereas, season of the year did not influences the
serum cholesterol level. Blood Plasma minerals estimated were within the normal range.
However, mineral concentration were significantly (P<0.05) lower during winter.
Similarly, glucose content was lower and the BUN and NEFA content were higher during
winter compared to other season. Results indicate that the herd health status on metabolic
and mineral profiles need to be evaluated regularly in different seasons to diagnose
deficiencies and imbalances to achieve set targets in terms of production performance by
adjusting feeding and mineral supplementation.
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Veterinary Science