Periparturient blood T-lymphocyte PD-1 and CTLA-4 expression as potential predictors of new intramammary infections in dairy cows during early lactation (short communication)

Abstract Background The periparturient period in dairy cows is marked by immunosuppression which increases the likelihood of infectious disorders, particularly also mastitis. An in-depth understanding of peripartum leukocyte biology is vital for the implementation of highly successful post-partum di...

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Main Authors: Ana Cláudia Dumont Oliveira, Carolina Menezes Suassuna de Souza, Eduardo Milton Ramos-Sanchez, Soraia Araújo Diniz, Ewerton de Souza Lima, Maiara Garcia Blagitz, Robson Cavalcante Veras, Marcos Bryan Heinemann, Alice Maria Melville Paiva Della Libera, Sarne De Vliegher, Artur Cezar de Carvalho Fernandes, Fernando Nogueira Souza
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2024-04-01
Series:BMC Veterinary Research
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Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1186/s12917-024-03977-1