Abstract
Studies have demonstrated that heat-treating colostrum at 140QF (60°C) for 60 minutes results in a significant reduction in colostral bacteria counts with no overall reduction in colostral IgG concentrations. Preweaned calves fed HT colostrum have enhanced efficiency of absorption of IgG and reduced morbidity. Despite these benefits, limited research exists to describe whether the heat-treatment process harms other colostrum components. The objective of Study 1, described herein, was to describe the effect of heat-treatment on concentrations of several nutrient and immune factors in bovine colostrum. The objective of Study 2 was to describe the effects of heat-treatment on leukocyte viability, alkaline phosphatase (AP) enzyme activity, and IgG concentrations in bovine colostrum.
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