Influence of 1α,25-dihydroxyvitamin D<sub>3</sub> on Calcium and Phosphorus Secretion of the Mammary Gland in Lactating Camels

Influence of 1α,25-dihydroxyvitamin D<sub>3</sub> on Calcium and Phosphorus Secretion of the Mammary Gland in Lactating Camels

Plasma calcium (Ca) and inorganic phosphorus (Pi) levels, and content of these minerals in milk were measured in six thirdparity she-camels after i.v. administration of 1α,25-dihydroxyvitamin D3 [1α,25-(OH)2D3]. This steroid significantly (P < 0.05) increased plasma Ca and Pi levels from 94.2 ± 4...

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Main Authors: M. El Khasmi, F. Riad, A. Safwate, M. Farh, B. Faye, N. El Abbadi, K. Lalaoui, V. Coxam, M.J. Davicco, J.P. Barlet
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: CIRAD 2001-03-01
Series:Revue d’Elevage et de Médecine Vétérinaire des Pays Tropicaux
Subjects:
Dromadaire
Lait
Calcium
Phosphore
Stéroïde
Maroc
Online Access:http://revues.cirad.fr/index.php/REMVT/article/view/9785

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