Animal Health Matters,
2010
South Dakota State University
Animal Health Matters, Russ Daly, David H. Zeman
Animal Health MATTERS Newsletter
[Page] 1- Iraqi Veterinarian Brings Veterinary-and Life-Experiences to ADRDL [Page] 2- Director's Message — Tomorrow’s Veterinarians and the NAVMEC [Page] 2- Veterinarians with Current USDA Accreditation: Note Program Changes [Page] 4- The Virology Section at SDSU’s ADRDL [Page] 5- Fish Health and Diagnostics Update Pieces and Parts [Page] 6- VSD Faculty Members Honored at SDSU Faculty Recognition Event [Page] 6- ADRDL Assists AIB in Bovine Tuberculosis Diagnostics [Page] 6- 2010 Bailey Herd Health Conference a Success [Page] 6- Faculty Members Attend “Animal Welfare in Veterinary Education and Research” Symposium [Page] 7- Calf Scours Submission Reminders [Page] 7- Calendar of Events
Role Of All Of The Prrsv Glycoproteins In Protective Immune Response,
2010
University of Nebraska - Lincoln
Role Of All Of The Prrsv Glycoproteins In Protective Immune Response, Asit K. Pattnaik
School of Veterinary and Biomedical Sciences: Faculty Publications
Porcine reproductive and respiratory syndrome virus (PRRSV) contains the major glycoprotein, GP5, as well as three other minor glycoproteins, namely, GP2a, GP3, and GP4, on the virion envelope, all of which are required for generation of infectious virions. To study their interactions amongst each other and with the cellular receptor for PRRSV, we have cloned each of the viral glycoproteins and CD163 receptor in expression vectors and examined their expression and interaction with each other in transfected cells by co-immunoprecipitation (co-IP) assay using monospecific antibodies. Our results show that strong interaction exists between GP4 and GP5 proteins, although weak interactions …
Hair Whorls In The Dog (Canis Familiaris), Part Ii: Asymmetries,
2010
University of Sydney
Hair Whorls In The Dog (Canis Familiaris), Part Ii: Asymmetries, Lisa M. Tomkins, Paul Mcgreevy
Anatomy Collection
In horses and cattle, hair whorls have been shown to act as a structural marker of reactivity and behavioral lateralization. Few studies on canine whorls have been reported and none have assessed whorl position or direction of flow. This study describes the distribution and characteristics of whorl in each of 10 regions in which whorls are typically located in dogs. Hair whorls were assessed in dogs (n = 120) and were recorded as clockwise or counterclockwise in the cephalic, cervical (dorsal, lateral, ventral), thoracic and brachial axillary, chest, shoulders, elbows, abdominal, and ischiatic regions. Bilateral whorls, including brachial axillary, elbow, …
Studies Of Oestrogen And Progesterone Receptors In Reproductive Organs Of Prepubertal Gilts With Reproductive Disturbance,
2010
Chulalongkorn University
Studies Of Oestrogen And Progesterone Receptors In Reproductive Organs Of Prepubertal Gilts With Reproductive Disturbance, Sayamon Srisuwatanasagul, Padet Tummaruk, Annop Kunavongkrit
The Thai Journal of Veterinary Medicine
The present study aims to study the localization of steroid receptor, oestrogen receptor alpha and progesterone receptor by immunohistochemical technique in the reproductive organs of prepubertal culling gilts with reproductive disturbance. The genital organs from 20 culled gilts before puberty were collected. Historical data, reasons of culling and the macroscopic lesions of the reproductive tracts were recorded. The results of immunohistochemistry revealed that the expression of ER and PR was lower in prepubertal gilts with reproductive lesion compared to normal gilts. However, a significant difference was found only in some compartments of the cervix and uterus. In the cervix, a …
Avian Influenza Virus (H5n1) Inactivation By Binary Ethylenimine,
2010
Chulalongkorn University
Avian Influenza Virus (H5n1) Inactivation By Binary Ethylenimine, Chatchai Sarachai, Jiroj Sasipreeyajan, Niwat Chansiripornchai
The Thai Journal of Veterinary Medicine
Avian influenza virus (AIV) subtype H5N1 is known as a highly pathogenic agent for man and various kinds of animals, especially avian species. Herein, AIV H5N1 was inactivated by binary ethylenimine (BEI), an aziridine compound, produced from 2-bromoethylamine hydrobromide. BEI was used at concentrations of 0.001 and 0.01 M for AIV inactivation. At the lower concentration (0.001 M), AIV could be inactivated within 24 hr. At the higher concentration (0.01 M), AIV could be inactivated within 6 hr. After inactivation, no hemagglutination activity had been found meaning that AIV had been completely inactivated.
Toxicity Testing Of Flowers Of Neem Tree (Azadirachta Indica A. Juss),
2010
Chulalongkorn University
Toxicity Testing Of Flowers Of Neem Tree (Azadirachta Indica A. Juss), Piengchai Kupradinun, Anong Tepsuwan, Nopsarun Tanthasri, Nuntana Meesiripan, Sirirat Tunsakul, Warayupa Tompat, Yaninee Jarratwisarutporn, Wannee R. Kusamran
The Thai Journal of Veterinary Medicine
Flowers of neem (Azadirachta indica A. Juss) possess a strong cancer chemopreventive potential in rats as well as antimicronucleus formation in mice. However, toxicity testing has never been evaluated. This study was aimed to determine its acute and subacute toxicities in Wistar rats. Acute toxicity was conducted by feeding methanol extract of neem flowers (MENF) suspending in 20% propylene glycol at 6, 9 and 12 g/kg bw. On the other hand, subacute toxicity testing was carried out by feeding MENF suspending in 0.5% tragacanth at 150, 750 and 1,500 mg/kg bw for 90 consecutive days. Hematology, blood chemistry and histopathology …
The 40th Anniversary Of The Thai Journal Of Veterinary Medicine,
2010
Chulalongkorn University
The 40th Anniversary Of The Thai Journal Of Veterinary Medicine, Songkram Luangtongkum
The Thai Journal of Veterinary Medicine
No abstract provided.
The Use Of Computer-Assisted Sperm Analysis For Discriminating Series Of Motility Pattern Of Frozen-Thawed Boar Semen,
2010
Chulalongkorn University
The Use Of Computer-Assisted Sperm Analysis For Discriminating Series Of Motility Pattern Of Frozen-Thawed Boar Semen, Chanyuth Tretipskul, Kakanang Buranaamnuay, Seri Koonjaenak, Padet Tummaruk, Mongkol Techakumphu
The Thai Journal of Veterinary Medicine
Computer-assisted sperm analysis (CASA) was initiated to reduce subjective bias on the motility assessment and to discriminate a series of motility patterns of boar semen. The objectives of this present study were to evaluate the motility pattern of frozen-thawed boar semen at 0 and 60 min after thawing using CASA. Forty one ejaculates from Landrace (n=14), Yorkshire (n=12) and Duroc (n=15) boars were cryopreserved and included in the experiment. The semen was thawed at 37°C for 30 sec. The post-thawed sperm qualities including subjective motility, plasma membrane integrity and motility pattern were determined immediately after thawing (T0) and at 60 …
Morphological Changes And Infiltration Of Immune Cells In The Endometrium Of Anoestrus Gilt In Relation To The Ovarian Appearance And Serum Progesterone,
2010
Chulalongkorn University
Morphological Changes And Infiltration Of Immune Cells In The Endometrium Of Anoestrus Gilt In Relation To The Ovarian Appearance And Serum Progesterone, Yuttapol Teamsuwan, Kampon Kaeoket, Paisan Tienthai, Padet Tummaruk
The Thai Journal of Veterinary Medicine
The present study investigates morphological changes and distribution of the leukocyte subpopulation in the endometrium of anoestrus gilts in relation to reproductive cycles and serum progesterone (P4). Selected genital organs from 30 gilts culled due to anoestrus were examined. The genital organs were classified according to the ovarian appearance into 3 groups, i.e. inactive (n = 10); follicular (n = 10); and luteal phase (n = 10). Blood samples were collected prior to slaughter to determine serum P4. Seven tissue samples were randomly collected from the uteri of the gilts and were examined for histological structures, i.e. epithelial types and …
Effect Of Amoxicillin On Biogas Production And The Eschericia Coli Population In Biogas Systems Treating Swine Wastewater,
2010
Chulalongkorn University
Effect Of Amoxicillin On Biogas Production And The Eschericia Coli Population In Biogas Systems Treating Swine Wastewater, Chackrit Nuengjamnong, Pichaya Rachdawong, Thongchai Chalermchaikit
The Thai Journal of Veterinary Medicine
The effect of amoxicillin concentrations (0, 200 and 400 ppm) on biogas production and the Eschericia coli population in lab-scale biogas systems treating swine wastewater was examined. Three anaerobic fermentation reactors (with an available volume of 25 l), containing wastewater collected from a swine farm and free from antibiotics, were operated for eight weeks. After eight weeks, the cumulative yields of biogas and methane in the control group (0 ppm) were the highest (11,563 ml of biogas and 542 ml of methane, as 100%). The cumulative biogas yields in the group 1 (400 ppm) and group 2 (200 ppm) decreased …
Cloned Asian Elephant (Elephas Maximus) Embryos Reconstructed From Rabbit Recipient Oocytes,
2010
Chulalongkorn University
Cloned Asian Elephant (Elephas Maximus) Embryos Reconstructed From Rabbit Recipient Oocytes, Mongkol Techakumphu, Ruttachuk Rungsiwiwut, Pranee Numchaisrika, Ampika Thongphakdee
The Thai Journal of Veterinary Medicine
The information about reproductive biology, especially embryo development of Asian elephant (Elephas maximus) generated from naturally fertilization is lacking. In the present study, somatic cell nuclear transfer (SCNT) was applied as an alternative way to produce the elephant embryos. The fibroblasts derived from ear skin of Asian elephant and rabbit were used as the donor cells and rabbit oocytes were used as the recipient cytoplasm. The objectives of the study were 1) to find the optimal conditions for fusion and activation by using electrical pulses (experiment I) and 2) to investigate the in vitro development of cloned Asian elephant in …
Unilateral Polydactylism In A German Holstein-Friesian Calf - A Case Report,
2010
Chulalongkorn University
Unilateral Polydactylism In A German Holstein-Friesian Calf - A Case Report, Bianca Carstanjen, Juliane Pennecke, Sara Boehart, Kerstin E. Müller
The Thai Journal of Veterinary Medicine
This case report describes the diagnosis and surgical treatment of unilateral polydactylism of unknown origin in a calf. A six-week-old female German Holstein-Friesian calf was referred to the clinic with a hyperflexion of the fetlock and carpal joints of the right forelimb, associated with two surplus digits in the same leg, which was confirmed by radiographic examination. Surgery consisted of an osteotomy of the second metacarpal bone, a disarticulation in the antebrachiocarpal joint of the additional limb combined with an amputation of both odd digits. The follow-up of 12 months revealed a functionally sound heifer showing a good cosmetic outcome.
Avian Polyomavirus Infection In Non-Budgerigar Psittacine Birds In Thailand - A Case Report,
2010
Chulalongkorn University
Avian Polyomavirus Infection In Non-Budgerigar Psittacine Birds In Thailand - A Case Report, Thanongsak Mamom, Prasit Dumrongsoonthornchai, Ladda Trongwongsa
The Thai Journal of Veterinary Medicine
One sick 4-week-old Eclectus (Eclectus roratus) and two carcasses of 3-week-old Macaws (Ara macao) from a bird farm near Bangkok were submitted in July 2009 for investigation. Necropsy revealed multifocal hemorrhages at subcutaneous tissue, heart, liver and bursa of Fabricius. The most prominent findings were hepatomegaly and splenomegaly. Histopathologic examination showed severe splenic necrosis with presence of homogeneous pale basophilic intranuclear inclusion body in splenic periarteriolar sheath cells. The liver showed severe necrosis with occasionally intranuclear inclusion body in sinusoid-lining cells. Intranuclear inclusion bodies were detected in mesangial cells, epithelium of collecting tubules and papillary ducts of kidney and mesenchymal …
Ophthalmology Snapshot,
2010
Chulalongkorn University
Ophthalmology Snapshot, Nalinee Tuntivanich
The Thai Journal of Veterinary Medicine
No abstract provided.
Ultrasound Diagnosis,
2010
Chulalongkorn University
Ultrasound Diagnosis, Phiwipha Kamonrat
The Thai Journal of Veterinary Medicine
No abstract provided.
What Is Your Diagnosis,
2010
Chulalongkorn University
What Is Your Diagnosis, Pranee Tuntivanich, Suwicha Chuthatep
The Thai Journal of Veterinary Medicine
No abstract provided.
Efficacy Of Infectious Bursal Disease Vaccine In Broiler Chickens Receiving Different Vaccination Programs,
2010
Chulalongkorn University
Efficacy Of Infectious Bursal Disease Vaccine In Broiler Chickens Receiving Different Vaccination Programs, Chatchai Sarachai, Niwat Chansiripornchai, Jiroj Sasipreeyajan
The Thai Journal of Veterinary Medicine
The objective of this study was to evaluate the efficacy of 3 infectious bursal disease vaccination programs in commercial broiler chickens. One hundred and forty, 1-day-old female broiler chickens were divided into 4 groups of 35 chickens each. Groups 1-3 were vaccinated with infectious bursal disease (IBD) vaccine via oral administration at 1, 1 and 16, and 16-day-old, respectively. Group 4 served as a positive control group. Body weight, sera collection, bursa: body weight (B:BW) ratios and histopathological lesion scores (HLS) were evaluated at 16, 30 and 40-day-old. All the chickens in groups 1 to 4 were challenged with IBD …
Ecg Quiz,
2010
Chulalongkorn University
Ecg Quiz, Chollada Buranakarl, Kris Angkanaporn, Sirilak Disatian, Winai Chansaisakorn, Piyasiri Glangosol
The Thai Journal of Veterinary Medicine
No abstract provided.
Cell-Type Specific Distribution Of Chloride Transporters In The Rat
Suprachiasmatic Nucleus,
2010
Hebrew University of Jerusalem
Cell-Type Specific Distribution Of Chloride Transporters In The Rat Suprachiasmatic Nucleus, Michael A. Belenky, Patricia J. Sollars, David B. Mount, Seth L. Alper, Yosef Yarom, Gary E. Pickard
School of Veterinary and Biomedical Sciences: Faculty Publications
The suprachiasmatic nucleus (SCN) is a circadian oscillator and biological clock. Cell-to-cell communication is important for synchronization among SCN neuronal oscillators and the great majority of SCN neurons use γ-aminobutyric acid (GABA) as a neurotransmitter, the principal inhibitory neurotransmitter in the adult central nervous system. Acting via the ionotropic GABAA receptor, a chloride ion channel, GABA typically evokes inhibitory responses in neurons via Cl− influx. Within the SCN GABA evokes both inhibitory and excitatory responses although the mechanism underlying GABA-evoked excitation in the SCN is unknown. GABA-evoked depolarization in immature neurons in several regions of the brain is a function …
Hair Whorls In The Dog (Canisfamiliaris). I. Distribution,
2010
University of Sydney
Hair Whorls In The Dog (Canisfamiliaris). I. Distribution, Lisa M. Tomkins, Paul Mcgreevy
Anatomy Collection
Hair whorl characteristics were assessed in the domestic dog (Canis familiaris) in the regions of cephalic, cervical (dorsal, ventral, and lateral), thoracic and brachial axillary regions, the chest, shoulders, elbows, ventral abdominal region, and on the caudal thighs (ischiatic). They were classified as simple or tufted, and their position was recorded as the distance between their centers and bony landmarks within each region. The distribution of whorls was explored in a cohort of domestic dogs (N = 120) comprising a variety of breeds and cross‐breeds, sourced from shelters (N = 60) and the general public (N = 60). …
