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Role Of The Veterinarian On Animal Welfare, Achariya Sailasuta Dec 2008

Role Of The Veterinarian On Animal Welfare, Achariya Sailasuta

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No abstract provided.


What Is Your Diagnosis?, Pranee Tuntivanich, Suwicha Chuthatep Dec 2008

What Is Your Diagnosis?, Pranee Tuntivanich, Suwicha Chuthatep

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No abstract provided.


Comparative Effects Of Zinc Methionylglycinate And Zinc Sulfate On Hair Coat Characteristics And Zinc Concentration In Plasma, Hair, And Stool Of Dogs, Uttra Jamikorn, Thanisara Preedapattarapong Dec 2008

Comparative Effects Of Zinc Methionylglycinate And Zinc Sulfate On Hair Coat Characteristics And Zinc Concentration In Plasma, Hair, And Stool Of Dogs, Uttra Jamikorn, Thanisara Preedapattarapong

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There are two form of Zn supplement used in commercial dog foods, organic and inorganic forms. These forms can influence Zn absorption and utilization of the animals. The goal of the current study was to evaluate the effects of zinc methionylglycinate (ZnMG) compared to zinc sulfate (ZnSO4) supplementations in commercial dog foods on haircoat characteristics, and Zn concentration in plasma, hair, and stool of the dogs. Eight mature female beagles were randomly divided into two groups of four dogs each. A Cross-over design was used for this study. The treatments composed of 120 ppm Zn supplement of either ZnMG or …


The Correlation Between Plasma L-Carnitine And Growth Performance In Suckling Pigs In Respect Of Mrna Expression Of A Carnitine Transporter, Octn2, In Lactating Porcine Mammary Tissues, Boonrit Thongsong, Sarinee Kalandakanond-Thongsong Sep 2008

The Correlation Between Plasma L-Carnitine And Growth Performance In Suckling Pigs In Respect Of Mrna Expression Of A Carnitine Transporter, Octn2, In Lactating Porcine Mammary Tissues, Boonrit Thongsong, Sarinee Kalandakanond-Thongsong

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Two objectives of this study were to investigate the weekly change in plasma L-carnitine concentration during the 28 day suckling period and to determine the relative mRNA expression level of a L-carnitine transporter, OCTN2, in porcine mammary tissue at early and peak lactation. The results showed that the L-carnitine concentration of piglets after giving birth was 3.94±0.13 mg/L. L-carnitine levels on day 7 were significantly decreased (p<0.05) compared to those on the 1st day. On day 14, L-carnitine level increased significantly (p<0.05) to the concentration of 3.99±0.55 mg/L and maintained this level until weaning day. As with the increase in plasma L-carnitine concentration 1 week following suckling age, the body weight also increased significantly (p<0.05). The linear correlation of suckling ages and L-carnitine levels has a significant and positive correlation (R2Adj=0.1328, p<0.05). The mRNA expression of OCTN2 found in these lactating sow mammary tissues showed the relative abundance of this carnitine transporter. It tended to be decreased in lactating mammary tissue of sows at their peak compared to those at early lactation (p=0.065). Therefore, the significant change or maintenance in plasma L-carnitine concentration and body weight gain during suckling period provided an insight into the effects of L-carnitine in suckling piglets. Additionally, the mRNA expression of OCTN2 in the lactating mammary cells will be further investigated in cellular and molecular regulatory mechanisms to transport L-carnitine from dams to their piglets via the mammary glands.


The Evaluation Of Selected 13 Polymorphic Microsatellite Markers For The Parentage Test Of Thai Holstein Cattle, Lerdchai Chintapitaksakul, Rapiphan Uavechanichkul Sep 2008

The Evaluation Of Selected 13 Polymorphic Microsatellite Markers For The Parentage Test Of Thai Holstein Cattle, Lerdchai Chintapitaksakul, Rapiphan Uavechanichkul

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Nineteen families of 44 Thai Holstein cattle were evaluated for microsatellite characteristics and the parentage test. A total of 13 microsatellite markers were selected from the genome database and the genomic DNAs were isolated and used as templates for amplification. Multiplex PCR of these thirteen markers in a single reaction showed that only ten markers; b1, b2, b3, b4, b6, b7, b10, b11, b12 and b13 could amplify the fragments ranging from 5 to 12. Nine markers were highly informative with PIC of more than 0.5. An accuracy test revealed that seven markers (b2, b4, b6, b7, b10, b11 and …


Effects Of The Renin-Angiotensin Blockade On Renal Functions, Renal Norepinephrine Contents And Oxidative Stress In Cyclosporine Induced Nephrosis Rats, Suvaporn Panasjaroen, Sarinee Kalandakanond-Thongsong, Chollada Buranakarl Sep 2008

Effects Of The Renin-Angiotensin Blockade On Renal Functions, Renal Norepinephrine Contents And Oxidative Stress In Cyclosporine Induced Nephrosis Rats, Suvaporn Panasjaroen, Sarinee Kalandakanond-Thongsong, Chollada Buranakarl

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The experiment was conducted to investigate the effects of renin-angiotensin blockade on renal function, renal norepinephrine (NE) contents and renal oxidative stress in Cyclosporine A (CsA) induced renal impairment in rats. Rats were assigned into three groups; group 1 (control group), receiving vehicle (propylene glycol) 1 ml/kg./day, subcutaneously (s/c). for 28 days; group 2 (CsA group), receiving CsA 15 mg/kg/day, s/c for 28 days; group 3 (CsA and losartan (LST) group), receiving CsA 15 mg/kg./day, s/c with the administration of LST 10 mg/k.g./day orally for 28 days. The results showed that CsA administration alone elevated mean arterial pressure (MAP), reduced …


Ultrastructures Of Red Blood Cells, White Blood Cells And Platelets In Four Species Of Macaques In Thailand, Kamol Sakulwira, Wimon Pothiwong, Pakorn Prachammuang, Siripen Vethchagarun Sep 2008

Ultrastructures Of Red Blood Cells, White Blood Cells And Platelets In Four Species Of Macaques In Thailand, Kamol Sakulwira, Wimon Pothiwong, Pakorn Prachammuang, Siripen Vethchagarun

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The structure of blood cells and platelets in 11 macaques (2 stump-tailed macaques, 5 long-tailed macaques, 1 rhesus macaque and 3 pig-tailed macaques) were studied using light and transmission electron microscopy (TEM). Erythrocytes were non-nucleated, biconcave disks without cytoplasmic organelles. Neutrophils had numerous small specific granules. Eosinophils contained specific granules with a dense matrix and a pale crystalloid body. Basophils revealed large round specific granules. Lymphocytes possessed scant cytoplasm with some mitochondria and azurophilic granules. Monocytes contained a large number of mitochondria, azurophilic granules and endoplasmic reticulum. Platelets were represented by anucleation and they had several different organelles in the …


Effect Of Pentoxifylline On The Motility Characteristics And Viability Of Spermatozoa In Asian Elephants (Elephas Maximus) With Low Semen Quality, Nikorn Thongtip, Jumnian Saikhun, Sittidet Mahasawangkul, Kornchai Kornkaewrat, Piyawan Suthanmapinanh, Anuchai Pinyopummin Sep 2008

Effect Of Pentoxifylline On The Motility Characteristics And Viability Of Spermatozoa In Asian Elephants (Elephas Maximus) With Low Semen Quality, Nikorn Thongtip, Jumnian Saikhun, Sittidet Mahasawangkul, Kornchai Kornkaewrat, Piyawan Suthanmapinanh, Anuchai Pinyopummin

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To investigate the effects of pentoxifylline (PTX) to enhance the motility and fertilization capacity of semen samples with the low-motile sperm in Asian elephants, fourteen semen collection attempts in 9 elephant bulls by manual stimulation were undertaken and eleven ejaculates fitted the criteria of investigation (0-30% motility). They were divided into two groups: poor-motile (0-9% motility) and low-motile (10-30% motility) sperm groups. Fresh semen samples were divided as a control group and 3 experimental groups that were supplemented with PTX at a final concentration of 0.5, 1.0 and 2.0 mg/ml, respectively. The semen samples were incubated at 37oC for 15 …


Effect Of Supplementary Zinc From Organic And Inorganic Sources On Laying Performance And Zinc Deposition In Eggs, Hatairat Plaimast, Prapaisri Sirichakwal, Prapasri Puwastien, Suwanna Kijparkorn Sep 2008

Effect Of Supplementary Zinc From Organic And Inorganic Sources On Laying Performance And Zinc Deposition In Eggs, Hatairat Plaimast, Prapaisri Sirichakwal, Prapasri Puwastien, Suwanna Kijparkorn

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The experiment was conducted to investigate the effect of supplementary organic and inorganic zinc on the laying performance and zinc deposition in eggs. One hundred and eighty laying hens (ISA Brown), aged 36 weeks, were randomly divided into 5 treatments with 4 replications of 9 hens each. A corn-soy based diet which was formulated to meet the recommended nutrient requirement especially the level of zinc (60 µµ µµ µg Zn/g diet) was used as the control diet. Both sources of zinc, inorganic (zinc sulfate) and organic (zinc amino acid chelate) were supplemented to provide zinc at levels of 300 and …


Treatment Of Infected Open Wounds On Two Dogs Using A Film Dressing Of Polysaccharide Extracted From The Hulls Of Durian (Durio Zibethinus Murr.): Case Report, Piyarat Chansiripornchai, Sunanta Pongsamart Sep 2008

Treatment Of Infected Open Wounds On Two Dogs Using A Film Dressing Of Polysaccharide Extracted From The Hulls Of Durian (Durio Zibethinus Murr.): Case Report, Piyarat Chansiripornchai, Sunanta Pongsamart

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There have been many reports on the efficacy of the polysaccharide peptidoglycan (PG) isolated from durian hulls in assisting wound healing in pig, dog, and cat skin. In this report, a two - year - old and a three -year - old female mongrel dogs with infected open wounds and skin necrosis were treated with PG film dressing. Complete wound healing in both dogs occurred within 14 weeks of treatment. PG film dressing may effectively promotes wound healing. The results show the benefit of using PG film dressings in pharmaceutical and veterinary applications.


Let’S Celebrate 30th Anniversary Of The Federation Of The Asian Veterinary Associations, Achariya Sailasuta Sep 2008

Let’S Celebrate 30th Anniversary Of The Federation Of The Asian Veterinary Associations, Achariya Sailasuta

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No abstract provided.


Ecg Quiz, Chollada Buranakarl, Kris Angkanaporn, Winai Chansaisakorn Sep 2008

Ecg Quiz, Chollada Buranakarl, Kris Angkanaporn, Winai Chansaisakorn

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No abstract provided.


Ophthalmology Snapshot, Nalinee Tuntivanich Sep 2008

Ophthalmology Snapshot, Nalinee Tuntivanich

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No abstract provided.


Ultrasound Diagnosis, Phiwipha Kamonrat Sep 2008

Ultrasound Diagnosis, Phiwipha Kamonrat

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No abstract provided.


What Is Your Diagnosis?, Pranee Tuntivanich, Suwicha Chuthatep Sep 2008

What Is Your Diagnosis?, Pranee Tuntivanich, Suwicha Chuthatep

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No abstract provided.


Renal Function And Oxidative Stress Following Gentamicin Induced Renal Injury In Rats Treated With Erythropoietin, Iron And Vitamin E, Patcharin Thongchai, Narongsak Chaiyabutr, Chollada Buranakarl Jun 2008

Renal Function And Oxidative Stress Following Gentamicin Induced Renal Injury In Rats Treated With Erythropoietin, Iron And Vitamin E, Patcharin Thongchai, Narongsak Chaiyabutr, Chollada Buranakarl

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The effects of erythropoietin(Epo), iron, and vitamin E on renal function and oxidative stress in rats with renal injury induced by gentamicin were investigated. Rats were divided into 5 groups; group 1, control; group 2, gentamicin group(100 mg/kg gentamicin sc. on days 5-12); group 3, gentamicin plus Epo (in addition to gentamicin, 100 i.u./kg Epo was administered s.c. on days 5-12); group 4, gentamicin plus Epo and iron (in addition to gentamicin and Epo, 500 mg/kg iron was administered i.p. on days 4) and group 5, gentamicin plus Epo, iron, and vitamin E (in addition to genta, Epo and iron, …


The Microscopic And Molecular Detections Of Canine Ehrlichiosis, Orapin Ariyawutthiphan, Kaj Shokshai-Utsaha, Thanida Sananmuang, Sudchit Chungpivat, Meena Sarikaputi, Nareerat Viseshakul Jun 2008

The Microscopic And Molecular Detections Of Canine Ehrlichiosis, Orapin Ariyawutthiphan, Kaj Shokshai-Utsaha, Thanida Sananmuang, Sudchit Chungpivat, Meena Sarikaputi, Nareerat Viseshakul

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The applications of molecular detection using nested PCR and the routine microscopic examination of ehrlichiosis were applied to 43 clinically affected dogs residing in Bangkok and Samutraprakarn. This study, performed in 2005-2006, has determined that 79.5% (31/39) of the buffy coat smears were having the ehrlichial morulae plus initial bodies found in monocytes and lymphocytes. The nested PCR was used to confirm the occurrence of ehrlichiosis after tested by morulae identification. Both tests demonstrated that neither Ehrlichia chaffeensis nor E. ewingii, the zoonotic agents of human, were found in this area. However, the prevalence of E. canis alone detected by …


Ecg Quiz, Chollada Buranakarl, Kris Angkanaporn Jun 2008

Ecg Quiz, Chollada Buranakarl, Kris Angkanaporn

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No abstract provided.


Ultrasound Diagnosis, Phiwipha Kamonrat Jun 2008

Ultrasound Diagnosis, Phiwipha Kamonrat

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No abstract provided.


The Incidence On Severe Losses Of Piglets In Central Thailand Caused By The Ped Viral Disease, Supol Luengyosleuchakul Jun 2008

The Incidence On Severe Losses Of Piglets In Central Thailand Caused By The Ped Viral Disease, Supol Luengyosleuchakul

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No abstract provided.


Tube Realignment For Patellar Luxation Repair In Dogs, Chalika Wangdee, Marissak Kalpravidh Jun 2008

Tube Realignment For Patellar Luxation Repair In Dogs, Chalika Wangdee, Marissak Kalpravidh

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Grade II patellar luxations in dogs were repaired by trochlear wedge recession in 5 stifles (group 1) and by proximal tube realignment in 5 stifles (group 2). A combination of the two techniques was used to correct grade II luxation in 10 stifles (group 3) and grade III luxation in 5 stifles (group 4). The position of the patella, weight bearing, and animal gait were postoperatively examined for 12 weeks. Satisfactory results were observed in 1(20%), 3(60%), and 9(90%) stifles with grade II luxation in groups 1, 2, and 3, respectively. Good recovery from grade III luxation was observed in …


Distribution Of Edwardsiella Tarda Antigens And Igm Containing Cells In Tilapia Immune Organs During Septicemia: An Immunohistochemical Study, Nopadon Pirarat, Takayuki Katagiri, Masashi Maita, Makoto Endo, Achariya Sailasuta Jun 2008

Distribution Of Edwardsiella Tarda Antigens And Igm Containing Cells In Tilapia Immune Organs During Septicemia: An Immunohistochemical Study, Nopadon Pirarat, Takayuki Katagiri, Masashi Maita, Makoto Endo, Achariya Sailasuta

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An immunohistochemical study describes the localization of IgM containing cells involved in the primary immune organs of tilapia and the fate of E. tarda antigen distributed in the tissues during a course of intraperitoneal challenge. The E. tarda antigen was diffusely detected in various organs except the brain and spinal cord. The positive signals were identified within various cell types, including phagocytic cells, serosal mesothelia, myocardia, intestinal and gill epithelia and glomerular capillary endothelia. No extracellular deposition of bacterial antigen was observed. The bacterial antigen can persist up to 1 month in the granuloma and melano-macrophage center, confirming the intracellular …


Low Pregnancy Rate In Dairy Cattle After Fixed Time Artificial Insemination Using Norgestomet + Pgf2Α + Ecg Program During The Hot And Humid Months In Thailand, Winai Kaewlamun, Junpen Suwimonteerabutr, Thitirat Chaimee, Prachin Virakul, Mongkol Techakumphu Jun 2008

Low Pregnancy Rate In Dairy Cattle After Fixed Time Artificial Insemination Using Norgestomet + Pgf2Α + Ecg Program During The Hot And Humid Months In Thailand, Winai Kaewlamun, Junpen Suwimonteerabutr, Thitirat Chaimee, Prachin Virakul, Mongkol Techakumphu

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The present study was conducted to synchronize estrus and fixed time insemination in dairy cattle during the hot and humid months (July to November) in Thailand. Thirty-four cows and heifers were treated by using norgestomet+PGF2α+equine chorionic gonadotropin (eCG) program. Norgestomet was implanted subcutaneously at the back of the ear for 10 days. PGF2α was administered IM on day 8 and one injection of eCG was given on the day of implant removal. Fixed time artificial insemination(AI) were performed twice, at about 54-60 and 70-74 h, after the eCG injection. Blood samples were collected at 22 days after AI for progesterone …


Ophthalmology Snapshot, Nalinee Tuntivanich Jun 2008

Ophthalmology Snapshot, Nalinee Tuntivanich

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No abstract provided.


What Is Your Diagnosis?, Pranee Tuntivanich, Suwicha Chuthatep Jun 2008

What Is Your Diagnosis?, Pranee Tuntivanich, Suwicha Chuthatep

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No abstract provided.


Known Facts About The Epidemiology Of Porcine Proliferative Enteropathy, Roberto M. C. Guedes Jun 2008

Known Facts About The Epidemiology Of Porcine Proliferative Enteropathy, Roberto M. C. Guedes

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The amount of new information of the last seven years regarding Lawsonia intracellularis sensitivity to antimicrobial drugs, prevention/control based on treatment and vaccination, diagnosis and, finally, genome is amazing. Nevertheless, not much is known about the epidemiology of the disease, mainly regarding the source of infection, resistance of the bacteria in the environment and possible biological vectors that could spread the infection among farms. It was learned that as few as 1,000 to 10,000 bacteria are enough to induce infection and fecal shedding two to three weeks after inoculating susceptible pigs. It was also learned that L. intracellularis organisms can …


Note From The Advisory Committee, Annop Kunavongkrit Mar 2008

Note From The Advisory Committee, Annop Kunavongkrit

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No abstract provided.


Ophthalmology Snapshot, Nalinee Tuntivanich Mar 2008

Ophthalmology Snapshot, Nalinee Tuntivanich

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No abstract provided.


Histological Changes In The Epithelium Of Thai Swamp Buffalo Oviduct At Follicular And Luteal Phases, Paisan Tienthai, Kriengyot Sajjarengpong, Mongkol Techakumphu Mar 2008

Histological Changes In The Epithelium Of Thai Swamp Buffalo Oviduct At Follicular And Luteal Phases, Paisan Tienthai, Kriengyot Sajjarengpong, Mongkol Techakumphu

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The samples from the infundibulum, ampulla, isthmus and uterotubal junction (UTJ) of the Thai swamp buffalo oviduct were taken immediately after slaughter at the local abattoir. The histological changes of the epithelium including general characteristics, intensity of periodic acid-Schiff (PAS) staining, cell height and immune cell distribution were investigated by light microscopy. The degree of the histological and morphometric changes was shown to be high in the ampulla and infundibulum compared with that of the isthmus and UTJ at both follicular and luteal phases of the estrous cycle. In the infundibulum and ampulla, cytoplasmic protrusions of the epithelial cells with …


Ultrasound Diagnosis, Phiwipha Kamonrat Mar 2008

Ultrasound Diagnosis, Phiwipha Kamonrat

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No abstract provided.