Abstract
1. Seasonal variations in plasma lipid levels were compared in British ( Bos taurus) and Zebu ( Bos indicus and Bos indicus × Bos taurus) steers grazing in a tropical environment. 2. Plasma cholesterol, phospholipid, triglyceride and total lipid levels in all animals were significantly influenced by season but were always higher ( P < 0.001) in Zebu than in British steers. 3. There were significant interactions between breed type (Zebu vs. British) and season for cholesterol, phospholipid, triglyceride and total lipid levels. 4. In fasting steers the plasma non-esterified fatty acid levels of Zebu animals were higher ( P < 0.01) than those of British animals.
Talk to us
Join us for a 30 min session where you can share your feedback and ask us any queries you have
Schedule a callMore From: Comparative Biochemistry and Physiology -- Part B: Biochemistry and Molecular Biology
Disclaimer: All third-party content on this website/platform is and will remain the property of their respective owners and is provided on "as is" basis without any warranties, express or implied. Use of third-party content does not indicate any affiliation, sponsorship with or endorsement by them. Any references to third-party content is to identify the corresponding services and shall be considered fair use under The CopyrightLaw.
