Journal of Advanced Veterinary Research 

About: Journal of Advanced Veterinary Research is an academic journal. The journal publishes majorly in the area(s): Feed conversion ratio & Broiler. It has an ISSN identifier of 2090-6269. Over the lifetime, 278 publications have been published receiving 1040 citations.

Studies on the Effect of Pomegranate Rind Powder Extract as Natural Antioxidant in Chicken Meat Balls During Refrigerated Storage

Abstract: Trials were conducted to study the effect of pomegranate rind powder extract as natural antioxidant in chicken meat balls during refrigerated storage. Significantly (p<0.05) lower values for cooking loss, pH and 2-thiobarbituric acid (2-TBARS) values and higher values for emulsion stability were obtained due to the incorporation of pomegranate rind powder extract at 5 percent level followed by 2.5 percent level than the other treatments. There was a significant (p<0.05) increase in cooking loss, pH, 2-TBARS values and free fatty acid content as the storage period progressed from 0 to 8 days, however emulsion stability of chicken meat balls decreased significantly (p<0.05) during the course of refrigeration. Microbial quality evaluation revealed that chicken meat balls incorporated with pomegranate rind powder extract at 5 percent level had significantly (p<0.05) lower standard plate count during refrigerated storage and a significant (p<0.05) increase in microbial load was observed. Organoleptic evaluation indicated that addition of pomegranate rind powder extract at 5 and 2.5 percent levels to chicken meat balls registered significantly (p<0.05) higher sensory scores for various eating quality attributes than the other treatments. However there was a significant (p<0.05) in all the organoleptic attributes of the product as the storage period increased.

Investigation of Theileria camelensis in camels infested by Hyalomma dromedarii ticks in Upper Egypt

Abstract: In the present study, a total of 224 camels infested with Hyalomma dromedarii ticks were investigated for the presence of Theileria camelensis infection in Upper Egypt. The role of Hyalomma dromedarii ticks as the vector of this parasite was also investigated by haemolymph smear examination. Results revealed that 15 (6.75%) of 224 camels were harboring Theileria camelensis in erythrocytes. Furthermore, the theilerial schizont was also seen in lymphocytes. These 15 camels did not show any abnormal clinical signs except three cases that showed enlargement of superficial lymph node and fever. Examination of ticks showed various developmental stages of different shapes and forms of Theileria species.

Role of Free Radicals and Antioxidants in Mastitis

Abstract: Mastitis is a major disease that affects dairy cattle. Most clinical mastitis cases occur during the first month of lactation and originate in the dry period, and resulted in great economic losses. Involvement of free radicals in mastitis may play a role in the pathogenesis of the disease. Increased oxidative stress in blood of mastitic animals may be attributed to increased free radicals release and/or decrease antioxidants balance. The current review discussed the involvement of free radicals in mastitis and the role played by different antioxidants to protect the milk and udder tissues from the harmful effect of free radicals.

Comparison of Coprological and Postmoretem Examinations Techniques for the Deterimination of Prevalence and Economic Significance of Bovine Fasciolosis

Abstract: Cross-sectional study was done to determine the prevalence and economic significance of fasciolosis at Gondar ELFORA abattoir using coprological and abattoir survey. A 6 year database (2005-2010) from the abattoir was retrieved and analyzed. Faecal samples from randomly selected 400 cattle were examined using sedimentation technique and postmortem. Among 400 livers and faecal samples examined, 119 (29.75%) and 76 (19.5%) were positive for adult fasciola parasites and eggs, respectively. Species identification revealed that F.hepatica was more prevalent (79.8%) as compared to F. gigantica (14.28 %). Some animals (5.88%) were harboring mixed infections. Animals of poor body condition (40%, n=50) were positive for Fasciola. Results from the retrospective study revealed that out of 33, 256 examined livers 8,830 (26.55 %) were condemned due to fasciolosis. Based on present local price of liver, the total economic loss through condemnation accounts 32, 075.41 Eth. Birr (US$ 2,566) annually. This indicated that Fasciola infection is an important condition that leads to high liver condemnation rates consequential into high economic loss. Therefore additional work on this parasite on live animals of different age, species, breeds and economic aspects should be accomplished.

Silver nanoparticles in poultry production.

Abstract: Nanoparticles of silver (nano-Ag) is an emerging alternative feed supplement for poultry and likely for medical applications. As a result of nanosilver special characteristic of killing bacteria, antimicrobial materials containing nanosilver are becoming increasingly important because of their wide range of applications. Despite the widespread use of nanosilver products, rela - tively few studies have been undertaken to determine the biological effects of nano- silver exposure. The ultimate objective of this paper is to clarify the potential of nano-Ag as an alternative growth promoting supplement for chicken.