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The Role Of Kisspeptin Signaling In Reproduction Of Ruminant, Thuchadaporn Chaikhun, Pongsiwa Sotthibandhu, Siriwat Suadsong Mar 2013

The Role Of Kisspeptin Signaling In Reproduction Of Ruminant, Thuchadaporn Chaikhun, Pongsiwa Sotthibandhu, Siriwat Suadsong

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In the present decade, kisspeptin has been a fascinating topic in the reproductive spotlight. Kisspeptin is a neuropeptide, produced mainly in the hypothalamus from Kiss1 gene. This gene was initially discovered in 1996 as a tumor suppressor gene in human malignant melanoma. Then in the year 2003, researchers found that mutations of the G protein-coupled receptor (GPR54), which is the strongly cognate receptor of kisspeptin, were associated with hypogonadotropic hypogonadism in mice and humans. There are many kisspeptin distribution and function studies (both in vitro and in vivo) in mammals. In ruminants, kisspeptin has been studied mainly in sheep and …


Morphology Of Brain Waveforms And Electrical Activity Of Visual Evoked Potentials (Vep) Of Iguana Iguana Species Under Captivity Conditions In Mexico, Salvador Abraham Solís-Chávez, Alejandra Ibáñez-Contreras, Alfredo Durand-Rivera, Sergio A. Reyes-Pantoja, Alfaro Rodríguez Alfonso, Eduardo Tena-Betancourt, Braulio Hernández-Godínez Mar 2013

Morphology Of Brain Waveforms And Electrical Activity Of Visual Evoked Potentials (Vep) Of Iguana Iguana Species Under Captivity Conditions In Mexico, Salvador Abraham Solís-Chávez, Alejandra Ibáñez-Contreras, Alfredo Durand-Rivera, Sergio A. Reyes-Pantoja, Alfaro Rodríguez Alfonso, Eduardo Tena-Betancourt, Braulio Hernández-Godínez

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Reptiles have been characterized by relevant number of papers as well-known animal models in biomedical research and neuroethology due to their ancestral evolutionary relationship with birds and mammals, leading to further hypothesis that the dorsal ventricular ridge (DVR), the dorsal pallia of amphibians and the isocortex of mammalian brains share a common anatomical origin. The objective of this study was to assess the morphologic features and measurement of brain waveforms of Iguana iguana through Visual Evoked Potentials (VEP). This research employed six healthy and ophthalmologically-suited iguanas (Iguana iguana), with computerized tomography brain scans followed by VEP under simple temporary physical …


Dha Analysis In Different Types Of Egg Yolks: Its Possibility Of Being A Dha Source For Boar Semen Cryopreservation, Kampon Kaeoket, Panida Chanapiwat Mar 2013

Dha Analysis In Different Types Of Egg Yolks: Its Possibility Of Being A Dha Source For Boar Semen Cryopreservation, Kampon Kaeoket, Panida Chanapiwat

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The aim of this study was to investigate the concentrations of Docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) in DHA enriched hen egg yolk (H-DHA) in comparison with egg yolk from chicken, duck, quail, ostrich and crocodile in order to find a source of DHA for boar semen cryopreservation. A pool (10 eggs in each) of DHA enriched hen egg yolk and egg yolks from chicken, duck, quail, ostrich and crocodile were analyzed for fatty acids profile at the Nutrition Laboratory, Mahidol University. Comparing all egg yolks, the highest DHA concentration in egg yolk was found in H-DHA egg yolk (3.7% of total fatty …


Cloning Efficiency Of Canine Mesenchymal Stem Cells Isolated From Bone Marrow Of Femoral Head And Subcutaneous Adipose Tissue, Nada Tanamai, Sirirak Chantakru, Monchanok Vijarnsorn Mar 2013

Cloning Efficiency Of Canine Mesenchymal Stem Cells Isolated From Bone Marrow Of Femoral Head And Subcutaneous Adipose Tissue, Nada Tanamai, Sirirak Chantakru, Monchanok Vijarnsorn

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Most recently, adipose tissue (AD) has become an alternative source for mesenchymal stem cells (MSCs) instead of the invasive method of bone marrow (BM) aspiration both in human and canine. In this study, we compared MSCs derived from adipose tissue (AD-MSCs) and bone marrow (BM-MSCs) regarding morphology and cell yield for instant usage by using the standard protocol of counting colony forming unit-fibroblast (CFU-F). MSCs from both sources showed fibroblast-like morphology and formed colonies termed as CFU-F after culturing in plastic surface for 10 days. The colony number per mononuclear cells (MNCs) and the colony number per adherent cells derived …


Effect Of Wild Cape Gooseberry (Physalis Minima Linn.) On Zebra Fish (Danio Rerio) Embryo, Aranya Ponpornpisit, Nopadon Pirarat, Wanwipa Suthikrai, Anong Binwihok Mar 2013

Effect Of Wild Cape Gooseberry (Physalis Minima Linn.) On Zebra Fish (Danio Rerio) Embryo, Aranya Ponpornpisit, Nopadon Pirarat, Wanwipa Suthikrai, Anong Binwihok

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The effect of crude extract of wild cape gooseberry, P. minima Linn. on zebra fish, D. rerio, embryo was investigated. Five concentrations (0.01%, 0.1%, 1%, 10% and 20%) of an aqueous crude extract of the plant leaf was prepared and tested with newly spawned embryos in 96 well plates. The observation effect was based on the toxicity endpoint composed of lethal effects, sublethal effects and malformation effects appearing within 144 hours postfertilization (hpf). The results suggested that the lowest observed effect concentrations (LOEC) for a lethal effect and a sublethal effect were 20% and 10% respectively. Not fully developed pigmentation …


Ultrasound Diagnosis, Phiwipha Kamonrat Mar 2013

Ultrasound Diagnosis, Phiwipha Kamonrat

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No abstract provided.


Differentiation Of Secreted Proteins From A Virulent And An Avirulent Strain Of Streptococcus Suis Serotype 2, Xiao Wei Yang, Cui Wei Li1, Zhi Biao Yang, Li Ping Wu, Xiu Guo Hua Mar 2013

Differentiation Of Secreted Proteins From A Virulent And An Avirulent Strain Of Streptococcus Suis Serotype 2, Xiao Wei Yang, Cui Wei Li1, Zhi Biao Yang, Li Ping Wu, Xiu Guo Hua

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The present study aimed to identify specific and upregulated proteins in virulent SS2 strain that mightconfer pathogenicity. We performed a comparative proteomic assay to analyze the difference in secretome betweenvirulent SH-08 strain and avirulent SH-YH07 strain. Virulence of tested strains was determined using porcine andzebrafish models. The supernatant from bacterial cultures was collected at early exponential phase (OD600 = 0.4).Proteomic assay identified 52 proteins from the virulent strain supernatant and 29 proteins from the avirulent strainsupernatant. Twenty-three proteins were found in the culture medium from both strains. Among these commonproteins, eleven were upregulated by the virulent strain compared to the …


Mediating Trophoblast Uptake Of Methylaminoisobutyric Acid And Glutamine By Absence Of Extra- Or Intracellular Glutamine, Boonrit Thongsong Mar 2013

Mediating Trophoblast Uptake Of Methylaminoisobutyric Acid And Glutamine By Absence Of Extra- Or Intracellular Glutamine, Boonrit Thongsong

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Glutamine is known to modulate the uptake activity of nutrient transporters in mammalian cells. The aim of the study was to elucidate the influence of absence of extra- or intracellular glutamine on the uptake activity of the amino acid transport system A in placental BeWo cells. Extracellular glutamine was absent by culturing the cells in regular medium without glutamine. Intracellular glutamine was depleted by culturing the cells in regular medium without glutamine and by treating the cells for 16 hours with methionine sulfoximine (MSX), an inhibitor of glutamine synthetase. When BeWo cells were treated with glutamine-free culture medium for 1-30 …


Statistical Study Of The Association Between Shelter Canine Intakes And Euthanasia From 2001 To 2011 In Taiwan, I-Feng Yen, Hsiu-I Lin, Dang-Jie Lan, Ting-Wei Chang, Kai Pan, Chang-Young Fei Mar 2013

Statistical Study Of The Association Between Shelter Canine Intakes And Euthanasia From 2001 To 2011 In Taiwan, I-Feng Yen, Hsiu-I Lin, Dang-Jie Lan, Ting-Wei Chang, Kai Pan, Chang-Young Fei

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This study used Pearson correlation test to analyze statistical correlation between shelter canine intake and number of dogs euthanized in municipal animal shelters in 20 counties/cities in Taiwan from 2001 to 2011. Data of animal shelters were official data provided by the Council of Agriculture, the competent authority of the Animal Protection Act in Taiwan. Among the 20 counties/cities in Taiwan, Hualien County, Penghu County, Keelung City, and Chiayi County were excluded from this study due to incomplete data. Pearson correlation test was used to analyze the data of other 16 counties/cities from 2001 to 2011. Among these 16 counties/cities, …


Ecg Quiz, Chollada Buranakarl, Suwanakiet Sawangkoon, Chutamas Benjanirut, Monkon Trisiriroj, Thanusorn Phakhawambodee Mar 2013

Ecg Quiz, Chollada Buranakarl, Suwanakiet Sawangkoon, Chutamas Benjanirut, Monkon Trisiriroj, Thanusorn Phakhawambodee

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No abstract provided.


Survey Of Toxoplasma Gondii In Taipei: Livestock Meats, Internal Organs, Cat And Dog Sera, Ying-Bin Taiching Fuh, Albert Taiching Liao, Yun-Ming Taiching Pong, Meng-Chih Taiching Tung, Chang-Young Taiching Fei, Dah-Sheng Lin Mar 2013

Survey Of Toxoplasma Gondii In Taipei: Livestock Meats, Internal Organs, Cat And Dog Sera, Ying-Bin Taiching Fuh, Albert Taiching Liao, Yun-Ming Taiching Pong, Meng-Chih Taiching Tung, Chang-Young Taiching Fei, Dah-Sheng Lin

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Toxoplasma gondii (T. gondii) is an important food-borne zoonotic protozoa. Infection occurs when humans and warm-blooded animals consume raw or lightly cooked cysts containing meat or sporulated oocysts contaminated food. T. gondii infection has been observed in food animals in many countries suggesting the significance of food animals in the epidemiology of toxoplasmosis. However, there is no report regarding T. gondii infection in food animals other than pigs in Taiwan. Therefore, in this study, pork, pig livers, mutton, chicken flesh, chicken hearts, chicken livers, gizzards, and imported beef sold in the supermarkets in Taipei were examined for T. gondii deoxyribonucleic …


Ophthalmology Snapshot, Nalinee Tuntivanich Mar 2013

Ophthalmology Snapshot, Nalinee Tuntivanich

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No abstract provided.


What Is Your Diagnosis, Pranee Tuntivanich, Suwicha Chuthatep, Panida Pongvittayanon Mar 2013

What Is Your Diagnosis, Pranee Tuntivanich, Suwicha Chuthatep, Panida Pongvittayanon

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No abstract provided.


Morphological Aspects By Light And Scanning Electron Microscopic Studies Of Swamp Buffalo Endometrium At Follicular And Mid-Luteal Phases, Paisan Tienthai, Kriengyot Sajjarengpong Mar 2013

Morphological Aspects By Light And Scanning Electron Microscopic Studies Of Swamp Buffalo Endometrium At Follicular And Mid-Luteal Phases, Paisan Tienthai, Kriengyot Sajjarengpong

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This study was carried out to observe morphological changes of swamp buffalo endometrium at follicularand mid-luteal phases. Uterine horns were collected from female buffaloes at a local abattoir and the selected estrousstages were categorized into the follicular (n = 10) and mid-luteal (n = 10) phases. General histology andhistomorphometry were examined under light microscope (LM) whereas a scanning electron microscope (SEM) wasused to study surface epithelial changes. The results showed that the height of the endometrial epithelium, thenumber of superficial endometrial glands and the number of capillaries were significantly greater (p < 0.05) at thefollicular phase. By SEM examination, the ciliated and secretory cells with different patterns, i.e. abundant microvillion the apical part or secretory protrusion in various degrees, distinctly increased at the follicular phase. In themeantime, numerous secretory cells with stubby microvilli were covered throughout the endometrial surface withsecretory vesicles on endometrial glandular orifices at the mid-luteal phase in which the ciliated cells were sparselyseen. It was concluded that the swamp buffalo endometrium obviously revealed modifications during the estrouscycle for physiological events, i.e. sperm transport, early embryonic development and implantation.


Association Among Serum Insulin–Like Growth Factor–I, Backfat Thickness, And Age At First Observed Estrus In Gilts, Atthaporn Roongsitthichai, Seri Koonjaenak, Padet Tummaruk Mar 2013

Association Among Serum Insulin–Like Growth Factor–I, Backfat Thickness, And Age At First Observed Estrus In Gilts, Atthaporn Roongsitthichai, Seri Koonjaenak, Padet Tummaruk

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The present study investigated the association among serum insulin-like growth factor-I (IGF-I), backfatthickness, and age at first observed estrus in replacement gilts. In total, 80 replacement gilt, Landrace (L, n = 48) andYorkshire (Y, n = 32), were included. The gilts were determined for age at first observed estrus between 167 to 212days of age. They were categorized according to age at first observed estrus into ≤ 200 days (n = 41) and > 200 days (n= 36) groups. Backfat thickness, body weight, and serum IGF–I concentration were measured before mating. Age atfirst mating, interval from boar exposure to first observed …


Modulating Neurogenesis In Embryoid Body Using A Selective Tgf Beta1/Alk Inhibitor Affects Gene Expression Of Embryonic Stem Cell-Derived Motor Neurons, Nuttha Klincumhom, Theerawat Tharasanit, Chommanart Thongkittidilok, Narong Tiptanavattana, Andras Dinnyes, Mongkol Techakumphu Mar 2013

Modulating Neurogenesis In Embryoid Body Using A Selective Tgf Beta1/Alk Inhibitor Affects Gene Expression Of Embryonic Stem Cell-Derived Motor Neurons, Nuttha Klincumhom, Theerawat Tharasanit, Chommanart Thongkittidilok, Narong Tiptanavattana, Andras Dinnyes, Mongkol Techakumphu

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Mouse embryonic stem (ES) cells have been served as potential model for investigation of underlying mechanisms at cellular and molecular levels of neurological disorders. The improvement of motor neuron differentiation is prospected to gain more understanding aimed at overcoming several incurable motor neuron diseases. In this study, we examined the effects of selective inhibitor of TGF-β type I receptor on the efficacy of neuronal differentiation of mouse embryonic stem cells toward motor neuron. Pluripotent ES cells were induced to form as EB in suspension medium supplemented with retinoic acid using -4/+4 protocol. Thereafter, 8-day old EBs were further induced to …


Acute To Subchronic Toxicity And Reproductive Effects Of Aqueous Ethanolic Extract Of Rhizomes Of Lasia Spinosa Thw. In Male Rats, Theerayuth Kaewamatawong, Wanwipa Suthikrai, Anong Bintvihok, Wijit Banlunara Mar 2013

Acute To Subchronic Toxicity And Reproductive Effects Of Aqueous Ethanolic Extract Of Rhizomes Of Lasia Spinosa Thw. In Male Rats, Theerayuth Kaewamatawong, Wanwipa Suthikrai, Anong Bintvihok, Wijit Banlunara

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Acute and subchronic tests on the toxicity and reproductive effects of aqueous ethanolic extract of rhizomes of Lasia spinosa Thw. was studied in male rats. In the acute test, oral administration of 5, 10, 20, 40 g/kg of the extract showed no mortality or behavioral changes. In the subchronic test, administration of 5 or 20 g/kg of the extract for 28 days revealed no mortality of the animals. No differences in hematological parameters were observed in either control or treatment groups of both tests. For blood chemistry analysis in both tests, triglycerides in treatment rats were significantly decreased compared to …


Sds-Page Electrophoresis For Urinary Protein Analysis In Dogs With Chronic Kidney Disease And Urinary Tract Infection, Orapun Jaturakan, Manisin Vanichwatanaramlouk, Arunrat Kornkaew, Monkon Trisiriroj, Winai Chansaisakorn, Siripen Komolvanich, Kittipong Tachampa, Chollada Buranakarl Mar 2013

Sds-Page Electrophoresis For Urinary Protein Analysis In Dogs With Chronic Kidney Disease And Urinary Tract Infection, Orapun Jaturakan, Manisin Vanichwatanaramlouk, Arunrat Kornkaew, Monkon Trisiriroj, Winai Chansaisakorn, Siripen Komolvanich, Kittipong Tachampa, Chollada Buranakarl

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The objective of the present study was to investigate urinary protein profiles in dogs with chronic kidney disease (CKD) in comparison to dogs with urinary tract infection (UTI). Animals were divided into 4 groups: control, CKD stages II+III, CKD stage IV and UTI. Blood pressure was measured using oscillometric method. Blood was collected for determinations of packed cell volume (PCV), blood urea nitrogen (BUN) and plasma creatinine concentrations. Urine was collected for urinalysis and protein determination. Total urinary proteins were measured using semi-quantitative method by precipitation with sulfosalicylic acid and a standard SDS-polyacrylamide gel electrophoresis (SDS-PAGE) which were presented as …


Use Of Jakr-Na-Rai (Gynura Divaricata) As A Roughage Source On Growth Performance, Blood Constituent, Blood Glucose And Cholesterol Level In Growing Rabbits, Keerati Keeratikajorn, Navapat Pipatpaitoon, Sunisa Thunyodom, Somkid Khanda, Punyaphat Ittitanawong, Suwanna Kijparkorn Dec 2012

Use Of Jakr-Na-Rai (Gynura Divaricata) As A Roughage Source On Growth Performance, Blood Constituent, Blood Glucose And Cholesterol Level In Growing Rabbits, Keerati Keeratikajorn, Navapat Pipatpaitoon, Sunisa Thunyodom, Somkid Khanda, Punyaphat Ittitanawong, Suwanna Kijparkorn

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The objective of this study was to investigate Jakr-Na-Rai (Gynura divaricata) as a roughage source on growth performance, blood constituent, blood glucose and cholesterol in growing rabbits. Twenty-four 7-week-old New Zealand White rabbits (12 males and 12 females) were randomly allocated into 3 groups of 8 with equal sex. The rabbits in the first group were fed on commercial feed while the rabbits in the 2nd and 3rd groups were fed the same as first group and supplemented with para grass (Brachiaria mutica) and Jakr-Na-Rai, respectively. The rabbits were raised in individual cages in opened house and received feed and …


Effect Of Semen Collection Techniques On Semen Quality And Sperm Motility Parameters In Siamese Fighting Cock (Gallus Gallus), Nathavut Kanatiyanont, Kornchai Kornkaewrat, Piyawan Suthanmapinunt, Anuchai Pinyopummin Dec 2012

Effect Of Semen Collection Techniques On Semen Quality And Sperm Motility Parameters In Siamese Fighting Cock (Gallus Gallus), Nathavut Kanatiyanont, Kornchai Kornkaewrat, Piyawan Suthanmapinunt, Anuchai Pinyopummin

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Abdominal massage (AM) is a common method for semen collection in avian species. There are few data concerning electro-ejaculation (EE) in this species. This experiment was carried out to study the effect of semen collection techniques (AM and EE) on semen quality and sperm motility parameters in three Siamese fighting cocks (Gallus gallus). EE was done under general anesthesia by isoflurane vaporizer. In experiment 1, either low voltage (5- 10 volts) or high voltage (5-30 volts) protocols for EE stimulation was applied. Ejaculations were obtained from all attempts (n= 4) in both protocols. High voltage protocol gave greater percentage of …


Molecular Detection And Genotype Differentiation Of Feline Coronavirus Isolates From Clinical Specimens In Thailand, Somporn Techangamsuwan, Araya Radtanakatikanon, Suphasawatt Purnaveja Dec 2012

Molecular Detection And Genotype Differentiation Of Feline Coronavirus Isolates From Clinical Specimens In Thailand, Somporn Techangamsuwan, Araya Radtanakatikanon, Suphasawatt Purnaveja

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Feline coronavirus (FCoV) infection manifests a wide magnitude of clinical symptoms from nonpathogenic mild enteric infection to pathogenic fatal feline infectious peritonitis (FIP). Based on the in vitro properties and antigenic relationship to canine coronavirus (CCoV), FCoVs are classified into type I and II with different continent preference. To investigate the incidence of FCoV infection among cat populations in Thailand during 2010-2011, clinical specimens (103 bodily fluids from 95 FIP clinically suspected cats and 17 feces from 7 healthy cats living in groups and 10 healthy cats living singly) were analyzed by amplification of the 3’UTR gene. Among them, 46% …


Application Of Real-Time Polymerase Chain Reaction For Quantitative Detection Of Chicken Infectious Anemia Virus, Niwat Chansiripornchai, Wisanu Wanasawaeng, Nantawan Wongchidwan, Supawadee Chaichote, Jiroj Sasipreeyajan Dec 2012

Application Of Real-Time Polymerase Chain Reaction For Quantitative Detection Of Chicken Infectious Anemia Virus, Niwat Chansiripornchai, Wisanu Wanasawaeng, Nantawan Wongchidwan, Supawadee Chaichote, Jiroj Sasipreeyajan

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The present study aimed to develop a quantitative method for the detection of chicken infectious anemia virus (CIAV). A real time polymerase chain reaction (real-time PCR) was developed to determine CIAV. The developed real-time PCR was a rapid and reliable quantitative technique for CIAV DNA compared with the conventional PCR. The appropriate cut-off was at the 40th cycle. Results indicated that the CT value of 39.62 was shown at the 10-9 dilution or 0.454 fg/μl or 3.86 x 103 DNA copies. This data suggests that the limit of detection for real-time PCR is 0.454fg/μl. The quantitative real-time PCR will be …


In Field Fracture Management In Horses, Carstanjen Bianca, Siewruk Kasia, Gajewski Zdzislaw Dec 2012

In Field Fracture Management In Horses, Carstanjen Bianca, Siewruk Kasia, Gajewski Zdzislaw

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Veterinary practitioners can be confronted with limb fractures in all types of horses. Immediate evaluation of the horse’s vital parameters, diagnosis, medication and stabilization of the fractured limb with splint bandages or fiberglass cast are of uppermost importance for a possible therapy. Adequate professional transportation of the horse with a fracture to a specialized referral center for diagnosis and therapy is crucial for a positive treatment strategy. This summary article describes in field emergency management of the equine patient with a fracture.


Expression Patterns Of Cell Adhesion Molecules In Bovine Preimplantation Embryos Cultured In Vitro, Anucha Sathanawongs, Korakot Nganvongpanit, Supamit Mekchay Dec 2012

Expression Patterns Of Cell Adhesion Molecules In Bovine Preimplantation Embryos Cultured In Vitro, Anucha Sathanawongs, Korakot Nganvongpanit, Supamit Mekchay

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This study aimed to investigate gene expression patterns throughout preimplantation embryos and their comparative expression in morphological quality blastocysts using real-time RT-PCR. Bovine oocytes underwent maturation process, fertilized and were cultured in vitro. Degree of fragmentation and differentiation were the criteria to categorize day-7 blastocysts as of good and poor quality. All of the embryos from each developmental stage were used to quantify transcript abundance. It was found that E-cadherin was highly expressed in immature and mature oocytes, then it decreased at 2- to 16-cell stages, and later increased in morula and blastocyst stages. The β-catenin transcript was highly abundant …


Ultrasound-Guided Transvaginal Follicular Aspiration And Development Of Vitrified-Thawed Thai Indigenous Beef Cattle (Bos Indicus) Oocytes After In Vitro Fertilization, Denpong Sakhong, Thevin Vongpralub, Suporn Katawatin, Saksiri Sirisathien Dec 2012

Ultrasound-Guided Transvaginal Follicular Aspiration And Development Of Vitrified-Thawed Thai Indigenous Beef Cattle (Bos Indicus) Oocytes After In Vitro Fertilization, Denpong Sakhong, Thevin Vongpralub, Suporn Katawatin, Saksiri Sirisathien

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This study was done to evaluate the efficiency of ultrasound-guided transvaginal follicular aspiration without hormonal pre-stimulation for collecting the oocytes of indigenous Thai beef cattle (Bos indicus), and to assess the vitrification method for their preservation. All animals between 2.5-12 years were categorized according to age (i.e. heifer, young cow, and old cow). A medium-sized follicle (φ 3-8 mm.) had the greatest distribution among the various size classes (p≤ 0.05), and the mean of oocytes collected from each group was not significantly different. Postthawed survival was 60.78, 53.70 and 57.50%, with a cleavage rate of 38.71, 37.93 and 39.13%, and …


Report Of Lawsonia Intracellularis Infection In Dogs By Polymerase Chain Reaction, Sariya Asawakar, Suphot Watanaphansak, Tanong Asawakarn Dec 2012

Report Of Lawsonia Intracellularis Infection In Dogs By Polymerase Chain Reaction, Sariya Asawakar, Suphot Watanaphansak, Tanong Asawakarn

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The purpose of this study was to survey Lawsonia intracellularis in dogs in Thailand by using Polymerase chain reaction technique. Lawsonia intracellularis is obligatory intracellular bacterium which causes proliferative enteropathy in animals, including dog. Fecal samples from 48 dogs were collected from Bangkok, Pathumthani and Nakhon Ratchasima and tested for L. intracellularis by PCR technique. The dogs were classified into two groups according to the presence or absence of diarrhea. In the group of dogs with diarrhea (n= 11), 6 dogs were positive (54.4%) and in the group without signs of diarrhea (n= 37), 15 dogs were positive (40.5%). The …


Histology Of Extrahepatic Bile Ducts In The Iranian Chukar Partridge (Alectoris Chukar), Behzad Mobini, Kaveh Shirani Faradonbeh Dec 2012

Histology Of Extrahepatic Bile Ducts In The Iranian Chukar Partridge (Alectoris Chukar), Behzad Mobini, Kaveh Shirani Faradonbeh

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A study on the histology of the extrahepatic bile ducts was conducted in eight female and eight male twentyweek- old healthy Iranian partridges (Alectoris chukar). The extrahepatic bile ducts possessed tunica mucosa, muscularis and serosa. The tunica mucosa of the extrahepatic bile ducts was lined by non ciliated simple columnar epithelium. The apical cytoplasm of epithelial cells was covered by a continuous striated border of microvilli. The goblet cells were absent in epithelium. Tunica mucosa formed some simple folds lining with tall columnar epithelium. The lamina muscularis mucosa was absent. All epithelial cells of the bile ducts reacted with acid …


Efficacy Of Different Vaccination Programs Against Newcastle Disease Virus Challenge In Broiler Chickens, Jiroj Sasipreeyajan, Tawatchai Pohuang, Nida Sirikobkul Dec 2012

Efficacy Of Different Vaccination Programs Against Newcastle Disease Virus Challenge In Broiler Chickens, Jiroj Sasipreeyajan, Tawatchai Pohuang, Nida Sirikobkul

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The present study was designed to determine the protection afforded by different vaccination programs against the virulent Newcastle disease virus (vNDV). The chickens were divided into 7 groups, 40 chickens in each. Group 1 did not receive any vaccine and served as a negative control group. Groups 2-7 were vaccinated with different vaccination programs against vNDV. At 1 day old, the chickens in all the vaccinated groups were inoculated with live attenuated vaccine, Ulster strain, followed by different inactivated vaccines including 0.1 ml/chicken of inactivated vaccine A in groups 2 and 4, 0.1 ml/chicken of inactivated vaccine B in groups …


Effect Of Catalase And Superoxide Dismutase On Motility, Viability And Acrosomal Integrity Of Canine Spermatozoa During Storage At 5๐c, Khongsak Thiangtum, Tatsuya Hori, Eiichi Kawakami Dec 2012

Effect Of Catalase And Superoxide Dismutase On Motility, Viability And Acrosomal Integrity Of Canine Spermatozoa During Storage At 5๐c, Khongsak Thiangtum, Tatsuya Hori, Eiichi Kawakami

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Preservation of canine spermatozoa at 5๐C is a helpful method for dog breeding management. However, in many species, oxidative damage due to generation of reactive oxygen species (ROS) and long term storage which specifically cause DNA damage, and lipid peroxidation during preservation techniques can cause a decline of sperm motility and fertility capacity. In this study, the effect of antioxidants catalase (CAT) and superoxide dismutase (SOD) on motility, viability and acrosomal integrity of chilled canine semen were investigated. Semen was collected by digital manipulation from 4 dogs (two ejaculates/dog). After removal of seminal plasma, spermatozoa were diluted in egg yolk …


Markedly Different Expression In Mature Bovine Proacrosin Binding Protein (Sp32), Thunchira Thepparat, Suporn Katawatin, Thevin Vongpralub, Monchai Duangjinda, Sompong Thammasirirak, Apirak Utha Dec 2012

Markedly Different Expression In Mature Bovine Proacrosin Binding Protein (Sp32), Thunchira Thepparat, Suporn Katawatin, Thevin Vongpralub, Monchai Duangjinda, Sompong Thammasirirak, Apirak Utha

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Our study investigated proteins in bovine spermatozoa using 2-DE and LC MS/MS and found a markedly different expression in mature bovine proacrosin binding protein (sp32), which is the focus of the present study. Spermatozoa extract from nine fertile Brahman bulls was separated using 2-DE followed by Coomassie brilliant blue staining. From over 600 protein spots, a particular protein spot with two different patterns was detected at 32 kDa. The high relative protein content of spot Y1 (32 kDa pI 5.3, pattern A) was found in six bulls whereas the remaining three bulls expressed two small spots Y1 and Y2 (32 …