Selenium source and level on performance, selenium retention and biochemical responses of young broiler chicks

Abstract Background Selenium (Se) has been recognized as an essential micronutrient for nearly all forms of life. In recent decades, broiler responses to dietary Se supplemental levels and sources have received considerable attention. On environmental grounds, organic trace mineral utilization in pr...

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Main Authors: Pedro Righetti Arnaut, Gabriel da Silva Viana, Lucimauro da Fonseca, Warley Junior Alves, Jorge Cunha Lima Muniz, James Eugene Pettigrew, Fabyano Fonseca e Silva, Horácio Santiago Rostagno, Melissa Izabel Hannas
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2021-04-01
Series:BMC Veterinary Research
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Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1186/s12917-021-02855-4