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Isolation Of Klebsiella Pneumoniae From Mares With Metritis And Stallions, Detection Of Biotypes And Capsule Types, N. Yakut Özgür, Arzu Funda Bağcigi̇l, Serkan İki̇z, M. Ragip Kiliçarslan, Babür Cari̇oğlu, Ati̇lla Ilgaz Jan 2003

Isolation Of Klebsiella Pneumoniae From Mares With Metritis And Stallions, Detection Of Biotypes And Capsule Types, N. Yakut Özgür, Arzu Funda Bağcigi̇l, Serkan İki̇z, M. Ragip Kiliçarslan, Babür Cari̇oğlu, Ati̇lla Ilgaz

Turkish Journal of Veterinary & Animal Sciences

In 2000-2001, the frequency of metritis cases due to Klebsiella pneumoniae was investigated in Thoroughbred breeding mares in the Marmara region of Turkey, where most racehorses are reared. In addition, Thoroughbred stallions from the breeding centre in the İzmit district were examined for the presence of K. pneumoniae. Biotypes and capsule types of the isolates were detected, and their antibiotic susceptibilities were determined. Intrauterine swabs taken from 56 mares with metritis, and semen samples and swabs of urethral fossa from 27 stallions were investigated. K. pneumoniae was isolated from 13 (23.2%) mares and 2 (7.4%) stallions. Biotyping of the isolates …


The Effects Of Some Silage Additives In Sorghum Silage On The Silage Quality And Ruminal Degradabilities Of Nutrients Ii- Ruminal Degradabilities Of Nutrients, N. Tuğba Bi̇ngöl, Erol Baytok Jan 2003

The Effects Of Some Silage Additives In Sorghum Silage On The Silage Quality And Ruminal Degradabilities Of Nutrients Ii- Ruminal Degradabilities Of Nutrients, N. Tuğba Bi̇ngöl, Erol Baytok

Turkish Journal of Veterinary & Animal Sciences

The aim of the study was to determine the effects of different silage additives on the ruminal degradability of sorghum silage. Different sorghum silages were prepared from sorghum harvested at the milk or dough stage (287.40 and 304.80 g/kg DM) with or without SIL-ALL (enzyme-inoculant complex; EI), molasses (M), formic acid (FA), M + FA, EI + FA, EI + M and EI + FA + M additives in laboratory silos (glass jar 1 kg in volume) and incubated for two months. After incubation, the silos were opened and dry matter and ADF analyses were done. The dry matter and …


Immunohistochemical Detection Of Heparin-Binding Lectin In The Development Of The Bovine Thymus, Kami̇l Seyrek, Ayşegül Bi̇ldi̇k Jan 2003

Immunohistochemical Detection Of Heparin-Binding Lectin In The Development Of The Bovine Thymus, Kami̇l Seyrek, Ayşegül Bi̇ldi̇k

Turkish Journal of Veterinary & Animal Sciences

Heparin is a heterogeneous mixture of highly charged glycosaminoglycans that can exert a variety of biological and biochemical effects. Increasing attention is being paid to its role in cellular processes such as angiogenesis, cellular attachment, growth modulation and smooth muscle cell proliferation. The characterisation of cellular receptors for heparin-binding proteins is a rational step in the quest to elucidate the biochemical basis of specific binding and heparin-mediated responses. We studied the distribution of heparin-binding lectin at the optical level during bovine thymus development on sections of fixed tissue using antibodies raised against this lectin. The presence of ligands accessible to …


A Study On The Effectiveness Of Breeding And Support Policies In Turkey's Cattle Sector, Fahri̇ Yavuz, Ömer Akbulut, Ati̇lla Keski̇n Jan 2003

A Study On The Effectiveness Of Breeding And Support Policies In Turkey's Cattle Sector, Fahri̇ Yavuz, Ömer Akbulut, Ati̇lla Keski̇n

Turkish Journal of Veterinary & Animal Sciences

The proportion of Turkey's cattle that were from high-gene cattle breeds and their crosses has increased from 0.8% to 60.7% over the last four decades. While the total number of cattle declined by 1.65 million head, total milk and meat production increased by 298% and 428% to 8.91 million and 359,000 tons, respectively. At the same time, milk per cow and meat per head increased by 184% and 144% to 1688 kg and 171 kg, respectively. According to a three-stage least-square regression analysis, milk per cow and meat per head, support policies since 1972 and milk and meat prices had …


The Effect Of Different Enzyme Supplementations On The Performance Of Laying Hens Fed With Diets Based On Barley, M. Aki̇f Yörük, Duran Bolat Jan 2003

The Effect Of Different Enzyme Supplementations On The Performance Of Laying Hens Fed With Diets Based On Barley, M. Aki̇f Yörük, Duran Bolat

Turkish Journal of Veterinary & Animal Sciences

The effects of replacing corn in the diets of laying hens with 100% barley containing different enzymes as an energy source on different yields and egg quality traits were investigated in this study. A total of 300 laying hens (average 22 weeks of age) were used. The study was carried out with five groups, 2 controls (60% corn, 60% barley) and 3 experimental groups. Each group of 60 hens was also divided into six subgroups. Enzymes such as Betaglucanase (Allzyme BG), xylanase (Allzyme PT) and amylase (Allzyme AB) were separately added at a rate of 0.05% in the order of …


Immunoperoxidase Studies On Leptospirosis In Bovine Abortion, Ahmet Temur, Yavuz Seli̇m Sağlam Jan 2003

Immunoperoxidase Studies On Leptospirosis In Bovine Abortion, Ahmet Temur, Yavuz Seli̇m Sağlam

Turkish Journal of Veterinary & Animal Sciences

This study was conducted to determine leptospirosis from aborted bovine fetuses. Tissue sections of the liver, lung, spleen and kidney were stained with avidin-biotin peroxidase complex, and antigen localization was examined. These examinations showed positive staining in eight (24.24%) out of 33 fetuses for the presence of leptospira antigens. In these eight cases, leptospira antigens were found in three lung (37.5%), two liver (25%), four kidney (50%) and four spleen (50%) samples. Microscopic studies demonstrated that leptospiral antigens were located in the interalveolar and interlobular septum of the lung; in the cytoplasm of hepatocytes and macrophages in the portal regions …


Growth Performance And Food Conversion Ratio Of Siberian Sturgeon (Acipenser Baeri Brandt) At Different Daily Feeding Rates, Feri̇t Rad, Gülten Köksal, Mevlüt Kindir Jan 2003

Growth Performance And Food Conversion Ratio Of Siberian Sturgeon (Acipenser Baeri Brandt) At Different Daily Feeding Rates, Feri̇t Rad, Gülten Köksal, Mevlüt Kindir

Turkish Journal of Veterinary & Animal Sciences

The effects of different daily feeding rates on the specific growth rate and food conversion ratio of Siberian sturgeon (Acipenser baeri) were investigated in order to determine the optimum daily feeding rate for fish with an initial mean weight of 1736 ± 37 g. To this end, a Latin Square experimental set-up was designed consisting of four groups of 25 fish fed a rainbow trout diet at four different daily feeding rates (0.75, 1.00, 1.25 and 1.50% body weight/day) for four 2-week periods. Water temperature varied between 19 and 22 °C throughout the experiment. Mean specific growth rate and food …


The Effects Of Some Silage Additives In Sorghum Silage On The Silage Quality And Ruminal Degradabilities Of Nutrients I. The Effects On Silage Quality, N. Tuğba Bi̇ngöl, Erol Baytok Jan 2003

The Effects Of Some Silage Additives In Sorghum Silage On The Silage Quality And Ruminal Degradabilities Of Nutrients I. The Effects On Silage Quality, N. Tuğba Bi̇ngöl, Erol Baytok

Turkish Journal of Veterinary & Animal Sciences

The aim of the study was to determine the effects of different silage additives on the silage quality of sorghum silage. Different sorghum silages were prepared from sorghum harvested at the milk or dough stage (287.40 and 304.80 g/kg DM) with or without SIL-ALL (enzyme-inoculant complex; EI), molasses (M), formic acid (FA), M + FA, EI + FA, EI + M and EI + FA + M additives in laboratory silos (glass jar 1 kg in volume) and incubated for two months. After incubation, the silos were opened and chemical and physical analyses were done. The dry matter contents of …


Development Of An Enzyme Immunoassay For The Determination Of Testosterone, Bülent Güven, Semi̇n Özsar, Nalan Maraşli, Şaban Maraşli, Ayla Özcan Jan 2003

Development Of An Enzyme Immunoassay For The Determination Of Testosterone, Bülent Güven, Semi̇n Özsar, Nalan Maraşli, Şaban Maraşli, Ayla Özcan

Turkish Journal of Veterinary & Animal Sciences

In this study, a double antibody enzyme immunoassay for the direct determination of testosterone in plasma was developed. Testosterone 3-O-CMO was conjugated with horseradish peroxidase by the mixed anhydride method, and the conjugate purified by column chromatography (sephadex G-25). Testosterone antibody was obtained by immunization of rabbits against Testosterone-3-O-CMO-BSA. Cross reactions of the antiserum against some steroids were found to be


Incubation And Yolk Sac Periods Of Closely Purebred And Reciprocal Hybrids Of Erzurum And Silifke Rainbow Trout (Oncorhynchus Mykiss), N. Mevlüt Aras, Özer Ayik, E. Mahmut Kocaman, Telat Yanik Jan 2003

Incubation And Yolk Sac Periods Of Closely Purebred And Reciprocal Hybrids Of Erzurum And Silifke Rainbow Trout (Oncorhynchus Mykiss), N. Mevlüt Aras, Özer Ayik, E. Mahmut Kocaman, Telat Yanik

Turkish Journal of Veterinary & Animal Sciences

Our aim was to investigate the survival rate at the hatching and yolk sac stage of close-rearing and crossbred rainbow trout population (Erzurum female X Erzurum male - E_F x E_M; Erzurum female X Silifke male - E_F x S_M; Silifke female X Silifke male - S_F x S_M; Silifke female X Erzurum male - S_F x E_M). A total of 32,976 eggs were incubated, 29,012 of which hatched. The survival rate of the larvae was 88%. The insemination rate, brooding yield and hatching rate of E_F x E_M, E_F x S_M, S_F x S_M and S_F x E_M were …


Determination Of The Allele Frequency Of Some Genomic Loci In A Holstein Cattle Population And Its Importance In Individual Identification, Harun Ceri̇t Jan 2003

Determination Of The Allele Frequency Of Some Genomic Loci In A Holstein Cattle Population And Its Importance In Individual Identification, Harun Ceri̇t

Turkish Journal of Veterinary & Animal Sciences

Nowadays, the use of DNA sequences with genetic techniques and DNA polymorphism as genetic markers is increasing very rapidly. In this study, we examined the frequencies of seven different polymorphic loci in the cattle population of İstanbul University Veterinary Medicine Research and Application Farm. Thus, our aim was to examine and calculate the power of exclusion, match probability and power of discrimination of the seven loci, and examine the usefulness of the involved loci in identification tests. For DNA extraction, Chelex and Phenol-Chloroform-Isoamil alcohol methods were applied to the blood taken from animals. After measuring the amount and purity degree …


A Survey Of Bone Tumors In Dogs And Cats From 1986 To 2000 In Ankara, Osman Kutsal, Ümi̇t Kaya, Sevi̇l Atalay Vural, Mehmet Sağlam Jan 2003

A Survey Of Bone Tumors In Dogs And Cats From 1986 To 2000 In Ankara, Osman Kutsal, Ümi̇t Kaya, Sevi̇l Atalay Vural, Mehmet Sağlam

Turkish Journal of Veterinary & Animal Sciences

In the present study, bone tumor samples obtained from 18 dogs and 21 cats from various clinics between 1986 and 2000 were clinically and pathologically examined at the Pathology Department, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, University of Ankara. Most bone tumors examined were from 5-8-year-old dogs (43.75%) and cats (45%). A significant decrease was detected in animals over 8 years old. These tumors were observed in large breeds, mostly in German shepherd (38.4%) and Anatolian shepherd (Kangal) (15.4%) dogs. Tumors were seen in 10 male (66.7%) and 5 female (33.3%) dogs , and 11 male (61.1%) and 7 female (38.9%) cats. …


The Effect Of Nigella Sativa (Black Seed) And Vit. E + Selenium In The Prevention Of Liver Necrosis Experimentally Induced With Carbon Tetrachloride (Ccl_4) In Rats, Ali̇ Şahi̇n, Zabi̇t Yener, Gürdal Dağoğlu, Semi̇ha Dede, Gökhan Oto, Musa Alkan Jan 2003

The Effect Of Nigella Sativa (Black Seed) And Vit. E + Selenium In The Prevention Of Liver Necrosis Experimentally Induced With Carbon Tetrachloride (Ccl_4) In Rats, Ali̇ Şahi̇n, Zabi̇t Yener, Gürdal Dağoğlu, Semi̇ha Dede, Gökhan Oto, Musa Alkan

Turkish Journal of Veterinary & Animal Sciences

The preventive effect of Nigella sativa (black seed) was investigated in rats with hepatic necrosis experimentally induced by carbon tetrachloride (CCl_4). To compare the antioxidant effect of black seed, well-known antioxidants, vitamin E and selenium mineral, were used. This study was conducted on 40 rats that were divided into five groups of eight. Group A was separated as a control group and treated intraperitoneally (i.p.) with only liquid paraffin. Group B was administered i.p. CCl_4 in liquid paraffin. Group C was administered i.p. CCl_4 in liquid paraffin and intramuscularly (i.m.) treated with vitamin E + selenium. Group D was administered …


The Effects Of The Pressing And The Scalding Treatments On Some Quality Properties In Maraş Cheese Production, K. Kaan Teki̇nşen, Mustafa Ni̇zamlioğlu Jan 2003

The Effects Of The Pressing And The Scalding Treatments On Some Quality Properties In Maraş Cheese Production, K. Kaan Teki̇nşen, Mustafa Ni̇zamlioğlu

Turkish Journal of Veterinary & Animal Sciences

The study was designed to elicit some basic information on the effect of different pressing and scalding treatments applied to the curd with special reference to the standardization of Maraş cheese. For each experiment six different samples (IA, IB, IC, IIA, IIB, IIC) were used. The samples were manufactured experimentally by applying three different scalding treatments, 70 ± 1 ^oC/5 min. (A) , 75 ± 1 ^oC/5 min. (B) and 80 ± 1 ^oC/5 min (C), to each of two curds pressed for 1 h by 1:5 kg (I) and 1.5:5 kg (II) weights of milk used. All experimental samples …


The Effects Of High Copper And Zinc On Some Hematological Parameters In Rats, Sebahat Aydemi̇r, Mukaddes Özcan Jan 2003

The Effects Of High Copper And Zinc On Some Hematological Parameters In Rats, Sebahat Aydemi̇r, Mukaddes Özcan

Turkish Journal of Veterinary & Animal Sciences

The effect of high levels of Zn and Cu supplemented into the diet on Zn and Cu levels in the liver, pancreas and serum, the number of red and white blood cells, hematocrit value, hemoglobin levels, superoxide dismutase (SOD) activity in red blood cells, live weight, and liver and pancreas weights were investigated. A total of 77 Wistar albino rats were used as the research material. Twelve of the rats were separated as the control group and the remaining 65 were divided into five experimental groups (D1, D2, D3, D4 and D5) with 13 rats in each. Then, 70 mg/kg/day …


Some Production Traits Of Karayaka And Bafra (Chios X Karayaka B_1) Sheep, Fati̇h Atasoy, Necmetti̇n Ünal, Hali̇l Akçapinar, Durhasan Mundan Jan 2003

Some Production Traits Of Karayaka And Bafra (Chios X Karayaka B_1) Sheep, Fati̇h Atasoy, Necmetti̇n Ünal, Hali̇l Akçapinar, Durhasan Mundan

Turkish Journal of Veterinary & Animal Sciences

This study was carried out to investigate live weight, wool production and some body measurements of Karayaka and Bafra (Chios x Karyaka B_1) sheep. The Karayaka breed is raised in the Black Sea region, while the Sakız (Chios) breed is raised in the coastal areas of western Anatolia. The Bafra type was developed by crossing between Sakız and Karayaka for a female line to use in lamb production. The least squares means obtained for Karayaka and Bafra yearlings were determined to be 48.4 and 55.0 kg for live weight, 56.2 and 63.8 cm for wither height, 59.6 and 71.0 cm …


The Microbiological Quality Of Çiğ Köfte Sold In Ankara, Özlem Küplülü, Belgi̇n Sarimehmetoğlu, Nebahat Oral Jan 2003

The Microbiological Quality Of Çiğ Köfte Sold In Ankara, Özlem Küplülü, Belgi̇n Sarimehmetoğlu, Nebahat Oral

Turkish Journal of Veterinary & Animal Sciences

Çiğ köfte is a special Turkish meal prepared from minced meat, bulgur, onions, garlic and different spices. In this study, a total of 50 çiğ köfte samples sold in Ankara were microbiologically analysed in order to determine their microbiological quality. The numbers of total mesophilic aerobic bacteria, lactobacilli, micrococci/staphylococci, coagulase-positive staphylococci, enterobacteriaceae, coliform, enterococci, pseudomonas, yeasts and molds were determined by drop plating, whereas the B. cereus count was determined by spread plating, and the isolation of Salmonella involved enrichment procedures. The mean numbers of total mesophilic aerobic bacteria, lactobacilli, and micrococci/staphylococci were 10^6 cfu/g, 10^5 cfu/g, 10^4 cfu/g, respectively. …


A Comparison Of The Effect Of Methyl-B-Cyclodextrin On The Osmotic Fragility Of Ovine, Bovine And Human Erythrocytes, Şevket Arikan Jan 2003

A Comparison Of The Effect Of Methyl-B-Cyclodextrin On The Osmotic Fragility Of Ovine, Bovine And Human Erythrocytes, Şevket Arikan

Turkish Journal of Veterinary & Animal Sciences

Cyclodextrins are used extensively in food, cosmetic, drug and chemical industries to increase aqueous solubility and stability, and reduce or eliminate the unpleasant taste and smell of many products. Experiments were conducted to examine the effect of a pre-haemolytic dose of methyl b-cyclodextrin (MBCD) on the osmotic fragility of erythrocytes collected from sheep, cattle and humans. Heparinised blood collected from these three species were analysed within 3 h of collection. Erythrocyte suspensions were mixed with MBCD to give concentrations of 2 mM, 4 mM or 6 mM cyclodextrin. The mixtures were incubated for 30 min at 37 °C and centrifuged. …


Optimisation Of Uv Treatment Duration To Induce Haploid Androgenesis In The Nile Tilapia (Oreochromis Niloticus L.), İsmi̇han Karayücel, Sedat Karayücel Jan 2003

Optimisation Of Uv Treatment Duration To Induce Haploid Androgenesis In The Nile Tilapia (Oreochromis Niloticus L.), İsmi̇han Karayücel, Sedat Karayücel

Turkish Journal of Veterinary & Animal Sciences

The optimum UV duration times of eggs were examined in order to develop a simple and safe method for inducing androgenetic development in the Nile tilapia, Oreochromis niloticus. The yield of androgenetic haploid O. niloticus to the pigmentation stage was 18.53 ± 5.3% (relative to controls) with an optimal UV irradiation dose of 540 Jm^{-2} (at 150 µWcm^{-2 }) for 6 min. Most embryos developing after fertilisation with normal spermatozoa showed abnormal morphology and a haploid number of chromosomes (n = 22). The success of oocyte denucleation was also assessed by using the recessive "blond" skin pigmentation character.


The Prevalence Of Eimeria Species In Goats In Van, Serdar Değer, Abdurrahman Gül, Erol Ayaz, Kami̇le Bi̇çek Jan 2003

The Prevalence Of Eimeria Species In Goats In Van, Serdar Değer, Abdurrahman Gül, Erol Ayaz, Kami̇le Bi̇çek

Turkish Journal of Veterinary & Animal Sciences

This study was carried out to determine Eimeria infection in goats in nine different districts in Van province in Turkey. Faecal samples (approximately 3-5 g) were obtained from the rectums of 242 goats. The samples were examined by Sheather's sugar flotation technique and determined microscopically for the presence of oocysts. Eimeria species were identified following sporulation of faeces in a thin layer of 2.5% potassium dichromate for one or two weeks at 25 ºC. All samples were later examined for identification of Eimeria species. Nine different species of Eimeria oocysts were detected in 73.6% of the goats. These species were …


Width/Length-Weight Relationships Of The Blue Crab (Callinectes Sapidus Rathbun 1896) Population Living In Beymelek Lagoon Lake, Hasan Hüseyi̇n Atar, Selçuk Seçer Jan 2003

Width/Length-Weight Relationships Of The Blue Crab (Callinectes Sapidus Rathbun 1896) Population Living In Beymelek Lagoon Lake, Hasan Hüseyi̇n Atar, Selçuk Seçer

Turkish Journal of Veterinary & Animal Sciences

In this study, the width/length-weight relationships by sex, combined with the condition factors, of the blue crab (Callinectes sapidus Rathbun 1896) population living in Beymelek Lagoon Lake (Antalya) were examined. A total of 1027 samples ranging from 5.1 to 18.1 cm in width and weighing between 8.92 and 448 g were collected and analyzed. The relationship between carapace width/carapace length and weight was W = 0.6804L2.9364 with r2 = 0.86 and W = 0.1907L2.5656 with r2 = 0.88 (where L = width or length of crab in mm and W = weight in g) and condition factors were 48.196 and …


Poorly Differentiated Pancreatic Carcinoma Associated With Partial Alopecia In A Cat, Yilmaz Aydin, M. Kazim Börkü, Osman Kutsal, Öznur Atalay, Lati̇fe Beyaz Jan 2003

Poorly Differentiated Pancreatic Carcinoma Associated With Partial Alopecia In A Cat, Yilmaz Aydin, M. Kazim Börkü, Osman Kutsal, Öznur Atalay, Lati̇fe Beyaz

Turkish Journal of Veterinary & Animal Sciences

The clinical, laboratory, ultrasonographic and pathological characteristics of a poorly differentiated pancreatic carcinoma in a 6-year-old cat are described in this study. Clinical abnormalities included severe dehydration, icterus, and partial alopecia on the medial surface of the limbs and ventral abdomen. A nodular mass was detected on abdominal palpation. Ultrasonography of the abdomen revealed a hypoechoic mass including hyperechoic and anechoic areas in the pancreatic region, and several hypoechoic areas and dilatation of the biliary duct and gallbladder in the liver. During necropsy, numerous tumorous foci were found, principally in the liver and various lymph nodes. There were several foci …


Microbiological And Chemical Quality And Meat Yield Of Penaeus Semisulcatus De Haan 1884 Caught From The Antalya Region, Abdullah Di̇ler, Şükran Ataş Jan 2003

Microbiological And Chemical Quality And Meat Yield Of Penaeus Semisulcatus De Haan 1884 Caught From The Antalya Region, Abdullah Di̇ler, Şükran Ataş

Turkish Journal of Veterinary & Animal Sciences

This study was carried out to determine the microbiological and chemical quality and the meat yields of shrimp (P. semisulcatus) caught from the Antalya region. Twenty shrimp samples were used for microbiological analyses, 36 for chemical quality analyses and 60 for meat yield analyses. According to microbiological findings, the average numbers of total aerobic mesophilic bacteria, coliforms, staphylococcus-micrococcus, and V. parahaemolyticus in shrimp meat were 5.8 x 10^4 cfu/g, 1.9 x 10^2 cfu/g, 9.2 x 10^2 cfu/g, and 7.5 x 10^1 cfu/g, respectively. However, Salmonella was not isolated from the samples. The average values of moisture, protein, fat and ash …


The Effect Of Age, Sex, Housing System And Pregnancy On Some Blood Parameters Of Tuj Sheep, Ömer Bozdoğan, Meti̇n Çenesi̇z, Mehmet Kaya, Nadi̇de Nabi̇l Kami̇loğlu Jan 2003

The Effect Of Age, Sex, Housing System And Pregnancy On Some Blood Parameters Of Tuj Sheep, Ömer Bozdoğan, Meti̇n Çenesi̇z, Mehmet Kaya, Nadi̇de Nabi̇l Kami̇loğlu

Turkish Journal of Veterinary & Animal Sciences

In this study some blood parameters and the effects of age, sex, housing system and pregnancy of Tuj sheep that have been bred in the Kars region of Turkey were researched and compared. The various blood parameters including the amount of haemoglobin, haematocrit value, erythrocyte and leukocyte count, and the differential percentage of white blood cells were determined from blood taken intravenously. The haemoglobin and erythrocyte values were found to be significantly (p < 0.05) higher in 5-7-month-old Tuj sheep grazing in an open field than in 2-3-month-old male Tuj sheep feeding in a closed system. The erythrocyte count was found to be higher in 2-3-month-old female Tuj sheep in comparison to males. The haemoglobin, leukocyte and haematocrit values were also higher in this group of animals, though this was not statistically significant. The erythrocyte, leukocyte, haemoglobin, haematocrit values and differential percentage of white blood cells were not different in 5-7-month-old male and female Tuj sheep grazing in an open area. The erythrocyte number decreased after parturition in respect to the oestrus and pregnancy period. This decrease was statistically significant. The erythrocyte values were 10.2 x 10^6 /mm^3 before oestrus, 9.5 x 10^6 /mm3 during pregnancy and 8.2 x 10^6 /mm^3 after parturition. The haemoglobin value decreased significantly (p < 0.05) during pregnancy. The leukocyte number was found to be less during pregnancy in comparison to other periods; it was 7.7 ± 1.9 x 10^3 /mm^3 during pregnancy, 9.3 ± 1.9 x 10^3 /mm^3 before oestrus, and 9.7 ± 2.5 x 10^3 /mm^3 after parturation. The lymphocyte percentage increased significantly (p < 0.05) during the pregnancy period.


Effects Of Cadmium On Uterine Contractions In Different Species In Vitro, Haki̇ Kara, Kadi̇r Servi̇, Yaşar Akar Jan 2003

Effects Of Cadmium On Uterine Contractions In Different Species In Vitro, Haki̇ Kara, Kadi̇r Servi̇, Yaşar Akar

Turkish Journal of Veterinary & Animal Sciences

The aim of this study was to examine the effects of cadmium on oxytocin-induced myometrium contractions in rats, cows and cats in vitro. The frequency was 12.20 ± 1.2, 11.25 ± 2.7 and 10.70 ± 2.5/10 min, respectively, after 0.01 mM oxytocin induced with myometrial samples in rats, cows and cats. The peak amplitude was 3.84 ± 0.50, 3.44 ± 0.65 and 3.35 ± 0.45 g, respectively, after oxytocin induction. The frequency and peak amplitude decreased after the addition of 0.01 mM cadmium chloride (CdCl_2). The frequency was 1.2 ± 0.4 (p < 0.001), 2.5 ± 0.5 (p < 0.001) and 2.0 ± 0.6(p < 0.001), respectively, and the peak amplitude was 0.7 ± 0.3 (p < 0.001), 1.2 ± 0.2 (p < 0.001) and 0.8 ± 0.4 g (p < 0.001), respectively, in rat, cow and cat myometrium. Finally, the myometrium contractions were completely inhibited in the three species. In conclusion, the effects of cadmium may inhibit both calcium channels and the intracellular-induced mechanism.


The Effects Of Yucca Schidigera Extract Added To Quail Rations On Egg Production, Egg Quality And Some Blood Parameters, Berri̇n Kocaoğlu Güçlü Jan 2003

The Effects Of Yucca Schidigera Extract Added To Quail Rations On Egg Production, Egg Quality And Some Blood Parameters, Berri̇n Kocaoğlu Güçlü

Turkish Journal of Veterinary & Animal Sciences

This study was carried out to determine the effects of rations containing 0, 30, 60 and 90 ppm Yucca schidigera extract on egg production, feed intake, feed efficiency, egg quality and some blood parameters of quail. Two hundred and forty, eight-week-old Japanese quail (Coturnix coturnix japonica) were divided into one control group and three treatment groups of similar mean weight and egg production levels, comprising 60 quail each. A basal diet containing 18% crude protein and 2800 kcal/kg metabolic energy was supplemented with 0, 30, 60 and 90 ppm Yucca schidigera extract. The experimental period lasted 12 weeks. Yucca schidigera …


Identification Of Staphylococci Isolated From Chickens And The Determination Of Their Susceptibility To Some Antibiotics, Gülay Altay, Oktay Keski̇n, Mehmet Akan Jan 2003

Identification Of Staphylococci Isolated From Chickens And The Determination Of Their Susceptibility To Some Antibiotics, Gülay Altay, Oktay Keski̇n, Mehmet Akan

Turkish Journal of Veterinary & Animal Sciences

In this study, a total of 120 staphylococci strains, 46 coagulase positive and 74 coagulase negative, isolated from chickens were identified according to the characteristics of their cultural, biochemical and some antibiotic properties. The coagulase positive staphylococci consisted of 28 S. aureus, 9 S. delphini, 3 S. intermedius, 2 S. aureus subsp. anaerobicus, 1 S. schleiferi subsp. coagulans, 1 S. hyicus, and 2 unidentified strains. The coagulase negative staphylococci were identified as 16 S. simulans, 11 S. hyicus, 8 S. saprophyticus, 6 S. epidermidis, 4 S. schleiferi subsp. schleiferi, 4 S. arlettae, 4 S. lentus, 4 S. gallinarum, 3 S. …


The Effects Of Nikethamide And Dyprophylline Combination On Some In Vivo Haemodynamic Parameters, Cavi̇t Kum, Yusuf Şanli Jan 2003

The Effects Of Nikethamide And Dyprophylline Combination On Some In Vivo Haemodynamic Parameters, Cavi̇t Kum, Yusuf Şanli

Turkish Journal of Veterinary & Animal Sciences

In this study, nikethamide (N) and dyprophylline (D), which are thought to improve the possibility of survival and enhance the pharmacodynamic effects on several haemodynamic parameters, were evaluated in respiratory deficient animals. For this purpose, 32 mongrel dogs aged 2-4 years were randomly divided into four equal groups. The drugs were administered intravenously to the dogs, following respiratoric suppression, which was formed by the administration of xylazine-thiopental sodium and restriction of oxygen. Haemodynamic measurements were conducted before, at the time of application (20 mg/kg N, 20 mg/kg D, 20 mg/kg N + 10 mg/kg D and 20 mg/kg N + …


The Effects Of Some Alternative Feed Additives For Antibiotic Growth Promoters On The Performance And Gut Microflora Of Broiler Chicks, Necmetti̇n Ceylan, İbrahi̇m Çi̇ftçi̇, Zi̇ya İlhan Jan 2003

The Effects Of Some Alternative Feed Additives For Antibiotic Growth Promoters On The Performance And Gut Microflora Of Broiler Chicks, Necmetti̇n Ceylan, İbrahi̇m Çi̇ftçi̇, Zi̇ya İlhan

Turkish Journal of Veterinary & Animal Sciences

In this research, the effects of some alternative feed additives for antibiotic growth promoters on performance and gut microflora were examined using 500, one-day-old Ross 508 broiler chicks. Commercial corn-soy-based broiler starter and finisher diets were formulated as basal diets for control treatment. Basal diets were supplemented with an antibiotic growth promoter, a probiotic, a prebiotic (mannan oligosaccharide) and a humic-acid-based mixture, respectively. It total, five dietary treatments were employed in the experiment. Live weight, weight gain and feed consumption values were not affected significantly by dietary treatments throughout the experiment (P > 0,05). However, chicks which received diets supplemented with …


The Effect Of Dietary Phytase Supplementation On The Fattening Performance And Mineral Balance Of Broilers, Mustafa Mi̇di̇lli̇, Ö. Hakan Muğlali, Müjdat Alp, Neşe Kocabağli, M. Ali̇ Tanör, Gülçi̇n S. Toklu Jan 2003

The Effect Of Dietary Phytase Supplementation On The Fattening Performance And Mineral Balance Of Broilers, Mustafa Mi̇di̇lli̇, Ö. Hakan Muğlali, Müjdat Alp, Neşe Kocabağli, M. Ali̇ Tanör, Gülçi̇n S. Toklu

Turkish Journal of Veterinary & Animal Sciences

This study was carried out to determine the effect of the supplementation of microbial phytase in broiler feeds based on corn and soybean meal, to investigate its effect on broiler performance, dressing percentage and bone mineralization. In this experiment, 2000 1-day-old Ross 308 broiler chicks were used in five groups, each consisting of 400 chicks. Two of the groups were chosen as control groups (positive and negative), and the others were used as experimental groups. Each treatment group was divided into four replicates of 100 chicks. The first control group was fed a diet containing inorganic phosphorous but not phytase; …