Cloacal Swabs Are Unreliable Sources for Estimating Lower Gastro-Intestinal Tract Microbiota Membership and Structure in Broiler Chickens
The gastrointestinal microbiota of chickens plays a central role in health and performance. Cloacal swabs, due to their proximity to the ceca (a vital site of functional activity), are an alternative, non-invasive method used for assaying microbial communities and might be a viable option for longit...
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Language: | English |
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MDPI AG
2020-05-01
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Series: | Microorganisms |
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Online Access: | https://www.mdpi.com/2076-2607/8/5/718 |