Effects of topical application of resveratrol on tight junction barrier and antimicrobial compound production in lactating goat mammary glands

Abstract In mammary glands, the formation of less-permeable tight junctions (TJs) and the production of antimicrobial compounds like lactoferrin and defensins are important for preventing mastitis. Resveratrol, a polyphenol contained in red grapes, is known to protect mammary epithelial cells (MECs)...

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Main Authors: Yusaku Tsugami, Takahiro Nii, Naoki Isobe
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2024-02-01
Series:Veterinary Research
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Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1186/s13567-024-01276-z