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Full-Text Articles in Animal Sciences
The Effects Of Aflatoxin And Sodium Bentonite Combined And Alone On Some Blood Electrolyte Levels In Broiler Chickens, Gökhan Eraslan, Di̇nç Eşsi̇z, Mehmet Akdoğan, Fatma Şahi̇ndokuyucu, Levent Altintaş
The Effects Of Aflatoxin And Sodium Bentonite Combined And Alone On Some Blood Electrolyte Levels In Broiler Chickens, Gökhan Eraslan, Di̇nç Eşsi̇z, Mehmet Akdoğan, Fatma Şahi̇ndokuyucu, Levent Altintaş
Turkish Journal of Veterinary & Animal Sciences
The aim of the study is to determine the effects of aflatoxin and sodium bentonite given alone and in combination on some of blood electrolyte levels in broiler chicks. For this aim, 72 male one-day-old Avian broiler chicks were used. The animals were separated into 6 groups, as one control (Group 1) and the others trial (Groups 2 to 6). While commercial feed was given to Group 1 (control), the other groups received feed containing 0.25% sodium bentonite, 0.50% sodium bentonite, 1 ppm aflatoxin (approximately, 85% B_1, 10% B_2, 3% G_1 and 2% G_2), 1 ppm aflatoxin with 0.25% sodium …
Reproductive Biology Of The Common Cuttlefish Sepia Officinalis L. (Sepiida: Cephalopoda) In The Aegean Sea, Bahadir Önsoy, Alp Salman
Reproductive Biology Of The Common Cuttlefish Sepia Officinalis L. (Sepiida: Cephalopoda) In The Aegean Sea, Bahadir Önsoy, Alp Salman
Turkish Journal of Veterinary & Animal Sciences
The common cuttlefish (Sepia officinalis) is known as one of the economically important species in the classis Cephalopoda. In this study, from October 2000 to April 2002, 674 cuttlefish were collected monthly from the surroundings of Homa lagoon (in the Aegean Sea). In order to determine reproductive behaviors and spawning season of S. officinalis species, the gonad stages of both sexes and the seasonal gonadosomatic index values were determined. It was observed that the spawning period of S. officinalis covers the whole year with two maximum peaks in March and June.
Effect Of Three Different Cryoprotectant Solutions In Solid Surface Vitrification (Ssv) Techniques On The Development Rate Of Vitrified Pronuclear-Stage Mouse Embryos, Haydar Bağiş, Hande Odaman Mercan, Yakup Kumtepe
Effect Of Three Different Cryoprotectant Solutions In Solid Surface Vitrification (Ssv) Techniques On The Development Rate Of Vitrified Pronuclear-Stage Mouse Embryos, Haydar Bağiş, Hande Odaman Mercan, Yakup Kumtepe
Turkish Journal of Veterinary & Animal Sciences
The objective of this study was to compare the effects of three different vitrification solutions on the development of pronuclear-stage (PN) Dinnyes mouse embryos into blastocyst stage after vitrification by solid surface vitrification (SSV) technique. For this aim, it was compared three experimental groups and a control group. Experimental groups were distinguished each other by the vitrification solution used in SSV. It was used 4 % Ethylene Glycol (EG) at 37 ºC equilibration temperature in the first group (SSV-EG), 4% Dimethyl Sulfoxide (DMSO) at room temperature in the second group (SSV-DMSO) and 4% Propylene Glycol (PG) at room temperature in …
Sensible And Latent Heat Productions From Broilers In Laboratory Conditions, Levent Genç, Kenneth M. Portier
Sensible And Latent Heat Productions From Broilers In Laboratory Conditions, Levent Genç, Kenneth M. Portier
Turkish Journal of Veterinary & Animal Sciences
Heat production from chickens and other resources inside the broiler house is a major problem for the broiler industry. Temperature and relative humidity (RH) as well as airflow and broiler physiology directly affect heat production in broiler houses. This study was carried out under laboratory conditions to determine heat production for male broilers. In the laboratory experiment, 108 broilers were used to determine the influence of different temperature-humidity combinations on the physiological response of 2.0 to 2.3 kg broilers during the 40 min test. In the laboratory experiment, three dry bulb (DB) temperatures (25 °C, 30 °C, and 35 °C) …
Prevalence And Antibiotic Susceptibility Of Thermophilic Campylobacter Species In Broiler Chickens, Murat Yildirim, Ersi̇n İstanbulluoğlu, Burcu Ayvali
Prevalence And Antibiotic Susceptibility Of Thermophilic Campylobacter Species In Broiler Chickens, Murat Yildirim, Ersi̇n İstanbulluoğlu, Burcu Ayvali
Turkish Journal of Veterinary & Animal Sciences
The aim of the present study was to investigate the prevalence of thermophilic Campylobacter species in broiler chicken faecal samples and on their carcasses. The possible routes of carcass contamination were assessed from slaughterhouse to market. Furthermore, the study aimed to determine the antibiotic susceptibility of Campylobacter isolates from broilers. Thermophilic Campylobacter spp. was isolated from 393 (91.8%) of 428 samples examined. A total of 53 out of 57 rectal swab samples was positive for thermophilic Campylobacter spp. Thermophilic Campylobacter spp. were isolated from 93.6%, 92.9% and 91.3% of broiler carcass, faecal and caecal samples, respectively. No Campylobacter was isolated …
Occurrence Of The Swimbladder Parasite Anguillicola Crassus (Nematoda, Dracunculoidea) In European Eels (Anguilla Anguilla) In Ceyhan River, Turkey, Ercüment Genç, Aysel Şahan, Tülay Altun, İbrahi̇m Cengi̇zler, Erdal Nevşat
Occurrence Of The Swimbladder Parasite Anguillicola Crassus (Nematoda, Dracunculoidea) In European Eels (Anguilla Anguilla) In Ceyhan River, Turkey, Ercüment Genç, Aysel Şahan, Tülay Altun, İbrahi̇m Cengi̇zler, Erdal Nevşat
Turkish Journal of Veterinary & Animal Sciences
European eels (Anguilla anguilla), collected from the Ceyhan River (Adana, Turkey) in 2002, were examined in terms of the presence of swimbladder nematoda. The existence of infection with Anguillicola crassus, a pathogenic swimbladder parasite, was identified in 50 out of 64 specimens. The total number of parasites, prevalence (%), parasite abundance and mean intensity of parasite values of July and November samples were 93, 82.86%, 2-7, 3.31 ± 1.32 and 56, 72.41%, 1-5, 3.20 ± 1.30, respectively. There was no significant histopathological destruction in the internal organs of the infected eels.
Age, Growth And Condition Of Capoeta Capoeta Angorae Hanko 1924 From The Upper Water Systems Of The River Ceyhan, Turkey, Ahmet Alp, Cemi̇l Kara, H. Murat Büyükçapar, Orhan Bülbül
Age, Growth And Condition Of Capoeta Capoeta Angorae Hanko 1924 From The Upper Water Systems Of The River Ceyhan, Turkey, Ahmet Alp, Cemi̇l Kara, H. Murat Büyükçapar, Orhan Bülbül
Turkish Journal of Veterinary & Animal Sciences
The age, growth and condition factors were described for Capoeta capoeta angorae from the upper parts of the River Ceyhan from May 2000 to February 2001 and the differences in length in the same age group between streams and reservoirs populations were compared. A total of 629 C. c. angorae were examined and the ratio of males to females was estimated as 1.25:1.00. Eleven age groups were recorded from 0+ to 10+ years old and two- and three-year-old fish dominated the sample. The fork lengths (FLs) ranged from 3.1 to 41.5 cm and the majority of the samples were composed …
The Presence Of Some Anabolic Residues In Meat And Meat Products Sold In İstanbul, Bülent Nazli, Hi̇lal Çolak, Ali̇ Aydin, Hamparsun Hampikyan
The Presence Of Some Anabolic Residues In Meat And Meat Products Sold In İstanbul, Bülent Nazli, Hi̇lal Çolak, Ali̇ Aydin, Hamparsun Hampikyan
Turkish Journal of Veterinary & Animal Sciences
The aim of this study was to detect some anabolic (zeranol, trenbolone, diethylstilbestrol, clenbuterol) residues in meat and meat products marketed in Istanbul. In the study, a total of 60 samples (30 fresh meat and 30 meat products) were obtained from different markets and used as test materials. The anabolic residues in the sample extracts were detected by ELISA. Initially, recovery tests were performed and then residues of one or more anabolics were analyzed in all samples. Among anabolizing residues studied, zeranol was detected in all samples (100%), trenbolone was detected in 48 samples (80%) and diethylstilbestrol was detected in …
Haemobartonellosis In Van Cats, Hasan Altan Akkan, Mehmet Karaca, Mehmet Tütüncü, Nalan Özdal, Nazmi̇ Yüksek, Zahi̇d Ağaoğlu, Serdar Değer
Haemobartonellosis In Van Cats, Hasan Altan Akkan, Mehmet Karaca, Mehmet Tütüncü, Nalan Özdal, Nazmi̇ Yüksek, Zahi̇d Ağaoğlu, Serdar Değer
Turkish Journal of Veterinary & Animal Sciences
The present study was conducted to determine prevalence of Haemobartonella felis in Van cats. 121 Van cats (82 female, 39 male, aged 1-9 years) were the materials of the study. To determine biochemical and haematological parameters, 2 ml blood with and without anticoagulant were taken according to technique from vena cephalica antebrachii. H. felis was detected in blood smears preparations of 18 (14.88%) by Papenheim staining. Among biochemical parameters aspartate amino transferase (AST), alanine amino transferase (ALT), alkaline phosphatase (ALP), creatine phosphokinase (CPK) and bilirubin were in normal range as well as the packed cell volume (PCV) and red blood …
The Effects Of Aflatoxins On Oxidative Stress In Broiler Chickens, Gökhan Eraslan, Mehmet Akdoğan, Ender Yarsan, Fatma Şahi̇ndokuyucu, Di̇nç Eşsi̇z, Levent Altintaş
The Effects Of Aflatoxins On Oxidative Stress In Broiler Chickens, Gökhan Eraslan, Mehmet Akdoğan, Ender Yarsan, Fatma Şahi̇ndokuyucu, Di̇nç Eşsi̇z, Levent Altintaş
Turkish Journal of Veterinary & Animal Sciences
Sixty 1-day-old male Ross-PM3 broiler chickens were used in this study. The chickens were divided into 5 groups, including one control and 4 experimental. The control group was fed commercial broiler feed free from aflatoxin (AF), whereas the experimental groups, namely, groups 2, 3, 4 and 5 were given feed containing, respectively, 0.05 ppm, 0.1 ppm, 0.5 ppm and 1.0 ppm of AF (approximately, 81.30% AF B_{1}, 10.40% AF B_{2}, 5.75% AF G_{1} and 2.55% AF G_{2}) for 45 days. Blood samples were collected on days 15, 30 and 45 of the study. Superoxide dismutase (SOD), catalase (CAT), glutathione peroxidase …
Examination Of Genetic And Morphologic Structure Of Sea-Bass (Dicentrarchus Labrax L., 1758) Populations In Turkish Coastal Waters, Deni̇z Ergüden, Cemal Turan
Examination Of Genetic And Morphologic Structure Of Sea-Bass (Dicentrarchus Labrax L., 1758) Populations In Turkish Coastal Waters, Deni̇z Ergüden, Cemal Turan
Turkish Journal of Veterinary & Animal Sciences
In this study genetic and morphologic structure of the sea-bass, Dicentrarchus labrax, in Turkish coastal waters were studied. Total 120 individuals were sampled in equal numbers from the Black, Marmara, Aegean and North-eastern Mediterranean Seas. In genetic analyses, four-enzyme systems (G3PDH*, ME*, MDH*, PGI*) were assayed, representing 9 loci (G3PDH-1*, G3PDH-2*, MDH-1*, MDH-2*, MDH-3*, ME*, PGI-1*, PGI-2*, PGI-3*), 2 of which were polymorphic (G3PDH-2*, PGI-3*). Fisher's exact test revealed that there were no genetic differences between populations using 9 loci. Nei's genetic distance was 0.0001 between the Black Sea and Mediterranean samples. Genetic identity was also found to be 0.9999 …
Early Life History Of Cultured Common Dentex (Dentex Dentex L. 1758), Kürşat Firat, Şahi̇n Saka, Deni̇z Çoban
Early Life History Of Cultured Common Dentex (Dentex Dentex L. 1758), Kürşat Firat, Şahi̇n Saka, Deni̇z Çoban
Turkish Journal of Veterinary & Animal Sciences
The early life history of common dentex (Dentex dentex L. 1758) was investigated under culture conditions. The percentage of fertilized buoyant eggs was generally high, between 80 and 85%. Egg diameters ranged from 0.938 to 1.089 mm. Larval development, growth, and some morphological changes were described from day 0 to day 32. Larvae were reared intensively in 6 m^3 tank under a constant photoperiod (24 h light), and fed initially on rotifers, followed by Artemia nauplii and Artemia metanauplii. A green water technique was applied using Nannochloropsis sp., Chorella sp., and Isochrysis sp. at a density of 150,000-200,000 cells ml^{-1}. …
Comparison Of Two Different Types Of Basket Trap On Fish Catches In İskenderun Bay, Mustafa Çeki̇ç, Tarik Dal, Nuri̇ Başusta, Mahmut Ali̇ Gökçe
Comparison Of Two Different Types Of Basket Trap On Fish Catches In İskenderun Bay, Mustafa Çeki̇ç, Tarik Dal, Nuri̇ Başusta, Mahmut Ali̇ Gökçe
Turkish Journal of Veterinary & Animal Sciences
The present study aimed to determine the relative catch efficiencies of two different fish traps in İskenderun Bay. Trap model A had an entrance supported by a hoop, whilst the entrance of model B was unsupported. Fieldwork was carried out in Pirinçlik-Madenli Bight (İskenderun Bay) between 15 July and 15 November 2001. Forty basket traps were set each day during the 124-day study period. Overall 1242 individuals, 16 species and 11 families of fish and commercial invertebrates were recorded. The total biomass was 317.73 kg. Fishing effort, irrespective of trap models was 0.25% and the highest catch weight was in …
Preliminary Results Of The Analysis Of Coprolite Material Of A Dog Unearthed From The Van-Yoncatepe Necropolis In Eastern Anatolia, Nezi̇r Y. Toker, Vedat Onar, Oktay Belli̇, Seyyal Ak, Hasan Alpak, Erkan Konyar
Preliminary Results Of The Analysis Of Coprolite Material Of A Dog Unearthed From The Van-Yoncatepe Necropolis In Eastern Anatolia, Nezi̇r Y. Toker, Vedat Onar, Oktay Belli̇, Seyyal Ak, Hasan Alpak, Erkan Konyar
Turkish Journal of Veterinary & Animal Sciences
This study presents the results of the analyses of the coprolite material found among the skeletal remains in M6, a burial chamber discovered in the necropolis of the Van-Yoncatepe Castle, which dates back to the beginning of the 1^{st} millennium BC (Early Iron Age). For this purpose, microbiological and parasitological examinations, as well as biochemical analyses have been carried out. Because the crystallisation values were so high, the parasite evidences could not been revealed. As a result of the microbiological examination, no micro-organisms were isolated. As for the biochemical analyses performed, the material was tested for glucose, uric acid, cholesterol, …
Liver Function In Cows With Retained Placenta, Ahmet Semacan, Mutlu Sevi̇nç
Liver Function In Cows With Retained Placenta, Ahmet Semacan, Mutlu Sevi̇nç
Turkish Journal of Veterinary & Animal Sciences
The aim of the present study was to compare the liver function of cows with retained placenta (n = 21) with that of control post-partum cows (n = 12). Liver biopsies of the cows with retained placenta showed that the mean percentage of fat in the liver parenchyma was 32.5%. The serum glucose, albumin, cholesterol, triglyceride, high density lipoprotein (HDL), low density lipoprotein (LDL), total calcium and inorganic phosphorus levels of cows with retained placenta were significantly lower than those of control cows whereas the aspartate aminotransferase (AST) and gamma glutamyltransferase (GGT) serum concentrations of cows with retained placenta were …
Seroprevalence Of Brucella Canis Infection Of Dogs In Two Provinces In Turkey, Taner Öncel, Mehmet Akan, Bariş Sareyyüpoğlu, O. Yaşar Tel, Alper Çi̇ftçi̇
Seroprevalence Of Brucella Canis Infection Of Dogs In Two Provinces In Turkey, Taner Öncel, Mehmet Akan, Bariş Sareyyüpoğlu, O. Yaşar Tel, Alper Çi̇ftçi̇
Turkish Journal of Veterinary & Animal Sciences
The aim of this study was the determination and comparative evaluation of the seroprevalence of Brucella canis infection in dog sera obtained from different dog shelters located in İstanbul and İzmir provinces by tube agglutination test (TAT), 2-mercapto-ethanol tube agglutination test (2ME-TAT) and ELISA. A total of 362 serum samples were obtained from 8 different dog shelters in İstanbul and İzmir provinces. The dogs were temporarily kept in these shelters. Of the 362 serum samples, 46 (12.7%), 28 (7.73%) and 27 (7.45%) were found to be positive by TAT, 2ME-TAT and ELISA, respectively. Dogs in 6 (75%) out of the …
Seroprevalence Of Dirofilaria Immitis In Stray Dogs In İstanbul And İzmir, Taraneh Öncel, Gülay Vural
Seroprevalence Of Dirofilaria Immitis In Stray Dogs In İstanbul And İzmir, Taraneh Öncel, Gülay Vural
Turkish Journal of Veterinary & Animal Sciences
Three hundred eighty stray dogs (232 female and 148 male) from İstanbul and İzmir were tested with antigen detecting ELISA for Dirofilaria immitis infection. Blood samples were collected between November 2002 and April 2003. D. immitis infection was found in 4 dogs tested. Seroprevalence among these dogs in İstanbul was 1.52%. Seroprevalence was the highest (2.22%) in the 3-6-year-old age group, followed by 1.02% in the 1-3-year-old age group. However, there was no significant difference between these age groups (P > 0.05). No significant difference between male and female dog groups was observed in İstanbul (P > 0.05). There was no seropositivity …
Identification And Antimicrobial Susceptibility Of Staphylococcus Aureus And Coagulase Negative Staphylococci From Bovine Mastitis In The Aydın Region Of Turkey, Şükrü Kirkan, Ergün Ö. Göksoy, Osman Kaya
Identification And Antimicrobial Susceptibility Of Staphylococcus Aureus And Coagulase Negative Staphylococci From Bovine Mastitis In The Aydın Region Of Turkey, Şükrü Kirkan, Ergün Ö. Göksoy, Osman Kaya
Turkish Journal of Veterinary & Animal Sciences
Three hundred bovine milk samples with mastitis were used. Eighty-five (28.33%) strains were identified as Staphylococcus aureus whereas 60 (20.00%) strains were isolated as coagulase negative staphylococcus. Bacteriological cultures of coagulase negative staphylococcus were identified as 20 (33.33%) strains of S. hyicus, 16 (26.66%) strains of S. chromogenes, 9 (15.00%) strains of S. epidermidis, 5 (8.33%) strains of S. haemolyticus, 4 (6.66%) strains of S. sciuri, 3 (5.00%) strains of S. lentis and 3 (5.00%) strains of S. cohnii subsp. cohnii. The antibiotic susceptibility test results showed that Staphylococcus aureus strains were susceptible to ciprofloxacin (100.00%), neomycin + bacitracin + …
Some Behaviour Traits Observed On The Kıvırcık And Crossbred Lambs Raised In Intensive Conditions, Fevzi̇ Karaağaç, Mustafa Özcan, Türker Savaş
Some Behaviour Traits Observed On The Kıvırcık And Crossbred Lambs Raised In Intensive Conditions, Fevzi̇ Karaağaç, Mustafa Özcan, Türker Savaş
Turkish Journal of Veterinary & Animal Sciences
In this study, the behaviour responses of the crossbred lambs [F_2 (German Black-Headed Mutton x Merino) x F_1 (Chios x Kıvırcık)] were compared with the Kıvırcık lambs in intensive conditions and the effects of genotype, sex and observation period on the behaviours displayed were investigated. The data were collected from 10 (5 male + 5 female) Kıvırcık and 10 (5 male + 5 female) crossbred lambs, which were weaned at the age of 2-2.5 months. The effect of genotype was found significant on the behaviours of feed consumption (P < 0.01), activities towards the bedding material (P < 0.05), rumination (P < 0.01), lying (P < 0.01), oral stereotypic behaviours (OSB) (P < 0.01) and behaviours towards animal (BTA) (P < 0.01). Behaviours towards other animals and oral stereotypic behaviours in the crossbred lambs were 50% and 27% more than the Kıvırcık lambs, respectively. Significant differences in terms of the activities towards the bedding material (P < 0.05), rumination (P < 0.01) and lying (P < 0.01) behaviours were determined between the male and female lambs. It was seen that the male lambs were more active in the breeding area. The effects of observation period were found significant on feeding (P < 0.01), drinking (P < 0.01), rumination (P < 0.01), lying (P < 0.01), standing (P < 0.01), oral stereotypic behaviours (P < 0.01) and behaviours towards animals (P < 0.05). Although the crossbred lambs were more superior for fattening program in terms of live weight gains, they showed more abnormal behaviours (OSB and BTA), which are the signs of stress, in the limited breeding area, depend on the lessening of the area by the rise in their live weights.
Effect Of Season On Some Fertility Parameters Of Dairy And Beef Cows In Elazığ Province, Mustafa Sönmez, Eşref Demi̇rci̇, Gaffari̇ Türk, Seyfetti̇n Gür
Effect Of Season On Some Fertility Parameters Of Dairy And Beef Cows In Elazığ Province, Mustafa Sönmez, Eşref Demi̇rci̇, Gaffari̇ Türk, Seyfetti̇n Gür
Turkish Journal of Veterinary & Animal Sciences
This study was conducted to investigate the effects of seasons on some fertility parameters of dairy and beef cows in Elazığ province. A total of 511 multiparous dairy and beef cows in four commercial herds were used as material in the study. Climatic data were obtained from reports prepared at the Department of Meteorology in Elazığ. Daily maximum, minimum and average ambient temperatures and relative humidity were recorded throughout the year. Estruses were detected by observation twice a day. The expression of overt estrus was evaluated observing the degrees of signs of estrus. Cows were inseminated artificially after about 12 …
Effects Of Ascorbic Acid On The Performance And Some Blood Parameters Of Japanese Quails Reared Under Hot Climate Conditions, Mehmet Avci, Muğdat Yertürk, Oktay Kaplan
Effects Of Ascorbic Acid On The Performance And Some Blood Parameters Of Japanese Quails Reared Under Hot Climate Conditions, Mehmet Avci, Muğdat Yertürk, Oktay Kaplan
Turkish Journal of Veterinary & Animal Sciences
The effects of ascorbic acid on the performance and some blood parameters of Japanese quails reared under hot conditions were investigated. Three hundred Japanese quails, 7 days of age, were randomly divided into one control and two experimental groups, comprising five replicates of 20 birds each. Ascorbic acid (500 and 1000 mg/kg) was given to the experimental groups. The body weight gain increased significantly (P < 0.05) in the group given 500 mg/kg of ascorbic acid until the fourth week. Feed consumption also increased (P < 0.05), depending on the quantity of ascorbic acid supplementation until the fourth week. However, ascorbic acid did not affect the concentrations of blood pH, PCO_{2}, sodium (Na), potassium (K), hematocrit (PCV), bicarbonate (HCO_{3}), or hemoglobin (Hb). In conclusion, 500 mg/kg of ascorbic acid may be added to the quail diet to prevent heat stress until the fourth week.
Investigation Of Antigenic Specificity Against Cysticercus Tenuicollis Cyst Fluid Antigen In Dogs Experimentally Infected With Taenia Hydatigena, Murat Kara, Ahmet Doğanay
Investigation Of Antigenic Specificity Against Cysticercus Tenuicollis Cyst Fluid Antigen In Dogs Experimentally Infected With Taenia Hydatigena, Murat Kara, Ahmet Doğanay
Turkish Journal of Veterinary & Animal Sciences
Antigenic specificity was investigated in dogs experimentally infected with Taenia hydatigena using SDS-PAGE and Western blotting. Cysticercus tenuicollis cysts from sheep were given to the puppies in the experimental group. Experimental infection was achieved in the animals of the experimental group at 11-13 weeks, and infected animals were necropsied and mature Taenia hydatigena worms were collected. Antigen was prepared from the fluids of C. tenuicollis. Sera from both experimental and control groups were tested by Western blotting. According to the results of this study performed with fluid antigen from C. tenuicollis, the bands of 38 and 42.5 kDa are concluded …
Determination Of Alpha Naphthyl Acetate Esterase Activity In The Peripheral Blood Leukocytes In Angora Rabbits, Zi̇ya Özcan
Determination Of Alpha Naphthyl Acetate Esterase Activity In The Peripheral Blood Leukocytes In Angora Rabbits, Zi̇ya Özcan
Turkish Journal of Veterinary & Animal Sciences
The aim of this study was to determine the alpha naphthyl acetate esterase (ANAE) activity in the peripheral blood leukocytes in Angora rabbits. The heparinized blood samples obtained from 10 healthy adult Angora rabbits were used. ANAE stainings were applied at different pH values for the determination of ANAE activities. The ANAE positive reactions were observed in the T lymphocytes, monocytes, neutrophils, eosinophils and platelets. The ANAE positive lymphocyte rate was found to be 68.2%.
Morphometric And Electrophoretic Variation In Different Honeybee (Apis Mellifera L.) Populations, İrfan Kandemi̇r, Meral Kence, Aykut Kence
Morphometric And Electrophoretic Variation In Different Honeybee (Apis Mellifera L.) Populations, İrfan Kandemi̇r, Meral Kence, Aykut Kence
Turkish Journal of Veterinary & Animal Sciences
Honeybee colonies from Turkey, Naxcivan (Azerbaijan) and Austria were studied for morphometric and electrophoretic variation and for comparison among different subspecies. Out of six enzyme systems, four were found to be polymorphic with 14 allozymes. Discriminant function analysis of 10 morphometric variables resulted in a total of four groups. Cluster analysis of electrophoretic data showed a similar type of groupings. Among the four polymorphic loci, Mdh-1 showed the highest and Est-3 the lowest differentiation among populations.
Effectiveness Of Homeopathy For The Treatment Of Pseudopregnancy In Bitches, Ni̇hat Özyurtlu, Erol Alaçam
Effectiveness Of Homeopathy For The Treatment Of Pseudopregnancy In Bitches, Ni̇hat Özyurtlu, Erol Alaçam
Turkish Journal of Veterinary & Animal Sciences
The effects of homeopathy on pseudopregnancy in bitches were investigated. Thirty clinically pseudopregnant bitches were used. Fifteen dogs were treated by homeopathy and the remaining animals received placebo treatment. Thuja D30 globules, which contain Thuja Occidentalis, were given orally (8 globules, 3 times a day) as a homeopathic agent. Clinical response was evaluated every 5 days. Maximum duration of the treatment was 3 weeks. Physical changes in mammary glands and behavioral response were evaluated during the treatment. Animals were classified as +1, +2 and +3 according to physical changes in the mammary glands. In addition to qualitative examination, longitudinal and …
Some Histochemical Properties Of The Ceruminous Glands In The Meatus Acusticus Externus In Cats And Dogs, Zi̇ya Özcan
Some Histochemical Properties Of The Ceruminous Glands In The Meatus Acusticus Externus In Cats And Dogs, Zi̇ya Özcan
Turkish Journal of Veterinary & Animal Sciences
This study was conducted to determine some histochemical properties of the ceruminous glands located in the meatus acusticus externus in cats and dogs. Ten cats and 10 dogs of various breeds were used as the study materials. To determine the properties of the secretions of the ceruminous glands in the meatus acusticus externus of cats and dogs, the periodic acid Schiff (PAS) stain was used for neutral mucosubstances and glycogen, while the Alcian blue stain (pH 2.5) was applied for the presence of acidic mucosubstances. The diastase reaction was applied to confirm the presence of glycogen. In dogs, positive staining …
Aspergillosis And Gastric Impaction In An Ostrich, Azi̇z Arda Sancak, Jale Paracikoğlu
Aspergillosis And Gastric Impaction In An Ostrich, Azi̇z Arda Sancak, Jale Paracikoğlu
Turkish Journal of Veterinary & Animal Sciences
It is inevitable to encounter many diseases of ostriches in Turkey as a consequence of the rapid expansion of ostrich farming and flocks in this country. Aspergillus fumigatus was isolated from the lungs and air sacs of a 3-month-old, male, blue-neck ostrich. In postmortem examination, the ingestion of a large amount of gravel was noted. The accumulated gravel had led to an occlusion of the passage between the proventriculus and gizzard. This work appears to be the first report of aspergillosis and gastric impaction developing together and leading to death in an ostrich.
Abortion Due To Streptococcus Equi Subspecies Zooepidemicus In A Mare, A. Levent Kocabiyik, Gürsel Sönmez, Mi̇hri̇ban Ülgen, Cüneyt Özakin, Esra Kocakaya, Ayli̇n Alasonyalilar
Abortion Due To Streptococcus Equi Subspecies Zooepidemicus In A Mare, A. Levent Kocabiyik, Gürsel Sönmez, Mi̇hri̇ban Ülgen, Cüneyt Özakin, Esra Kocakaya, Ayli̇n Alasonyalilar
Turkish Journal of Veterinary & Animal Sciences
The organs of an aborted equine fetus were examined histopathologically and microbiologically. Diffuse, mild cellular infiltration of neutrophils, lymphocytes and plasma cells was observed in the lamina propria of the intestine. In addition, bacterial colonies were seen in the intestinal content, wall of intestine and liver. Streptococcus equi subsp. zooepidemicus was isolated in pure culture from all organs. This is the first report of the isolation of S. equi subsp. zooepidemicus from an aborted equine fetus in Turkey.
Unilateral Uterine Prolapse In A Cat, Ni̇hat Özyurtlu, Duygu Kaya
Unilateral Uterine Prolapse In A Cat, Ni̇hat Özyurtlu, Duygu Kaya
Turkish Journal of Veterinary & Animal Sciences
Unilateral uterine prolapse that occurred immediately after parturition was diagnosed in a 15-month-old cat brought to the clinics of the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Ankara University. Depending on clinical and ultrasonographic examination findings, the other uterine horn was though to be invaginated into the prolapsed horn. To purpose of treatment, ovariohysterectomy was performed. During laparotomy, the non-pregnant right uterine horn was seen to be invaginated into the pregnant uterine horn.
Localization Of Co4107 Marker, Ctr1 And Wilson (Atp7b) Bac Clones On Dog Chromosomes, Yusuf Özkul
Localization Of Co4107 Marker, Ctr1 And Wilson (Atp7b) Bac Clones On Dog Chromosomes, Yusuf Özkul
Turkish Journal of Veterinary & Animal Sciences
Copper toxicosis (CT) is a common autosomal recessive disorder in dogs. Recently, the CT locus was closely linked to microsatellite marker C04107. Currently, the gene underlying CT is unknown. In contrast to that of many other animals, knowledge regarding the canine karyotype is quite sparse. Except for the X and Y, all the chromosomes are acrocentric. Peripheral blood was used in this study and high-resolution G-banding and FISH were performed on dog chromosomes. In order to evaluate the chromosomal locus of the ATP7B gene (Wilson F4 and Wilson B1), CTR1 and the CO4107 marker were isolated from canine BAC clones. …