Seroprevalence of antibodies against gram-negative core antigens in rabbits, using an Escherichia coli J5 antigen-capture enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay     

Ruble RP  Cullor JS  Brooks DL 《American journal of veterinary research》1999,60(4):501-506

OBJECTIVE: To determine the seroprevalence of antibodies to gram-negative core antigens (GNCA) in specific-pathogen-free (SPF) rabbits (ie, free of Pasteurella multocida) and rabbits of undefined bacterial status (conventional). SAMPLE POPULATION: Serum samples were obtained from 7 groups of rabbits. The SPF rabbits comprised 2 adult groups and 1 immature group, whereas the 4 groups of conventional rabbits were all adults. PROCEDURE: A seroprevalence survey was conducted on rabbit sera for antibodies against GNCA, using an Escherichia coli J5 antigen-capture ELISA. RESULTS: Collective geometric mean titer (GMT) of adult rabbits was 1:6,463. The GMT of each of the 6 groups of adult rabbits was 1:956, 1:1,133, 1:4,525, 1:5,338, 1:7,669, and 1:25,600. Titers of populations differed significantly. CONCLUSION: Data analysis revealed there were anti-GNCA antibodies in rabbits. Similar to other species, the prevalence of IgM and IgG anti-GNCA antibodies increased with age. The IgG response was more marked than the IgM response. The SPF rabbits had lower IgG anti-GNCA titers than conventional rabbits, indicating possible cross-reactive epitopes between P multocida and Enterobacteriaceae. Rabbits with the highest anti-GNCA titers were those used in polyclonal antibody production, possibly stemming from endotoxin contamination of antigen or adjuvant. CLINICAL RELEVANCE: The possible cross-reactive antibodies directed at homologous wall components of Pasteurellaceae and Enterobacteriaceae could prove to be a possible heterotypic vaccination strategy for the protection of rabbits against pasteurellosis. Investigators should determine whether antigen impurity (endotoxin contamination) influences epitope focus during polyclonal antibody production and whether it affects sera variability among rabbits.  相似文献   

Ontogeny and function of the pituitary-gonadal axis during fetal development in sheep     

AN Brooks  GB Thomas 《Reproduction in domestic animals》1995,30(4):158-162

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The effect of feed pattern in lactation and fasting following weaning on reproductive phenomena in the sow     

P H Brooks  D J Cole 《The Veterinary record》1973,93(10):276-280

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OBSERVATIONS ON OUTBREAKS OF BATTEY TYPE MYCOBACTERIOSIS IN PIGS RAISED ON DEEP LITTER     

O. H. Brooks 《Australian veterinary journal》1972,48(3):86-86

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THE EXPERIMENTAL PRODUCTION OF HEARTWORM DISEASE IN THE DOG     

Carol H.  Carlisle M.V.Sc. 《Australian veterinary journal》1970,46(5):190-194

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Changes in hematology of the perinatal pig     

C C Brooks  J W Davis 《Journal of animal science》1969,28(4):517-522

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Determination of carbofuran residues and metabolites in plant material     

James Tannock  Carol L. Wessels 《Pest management science》1981,12(2):228-234

An improved method for the analysis of carbofuran residues and its metabolites in plant material has been developed. Critical evaluation of previously published methods has enabled the elimination of unnecessary procedures, and practical difficulties have been overcome or minimised without loss of sensitivity. Separate extraction of bound and non-bound residues is followed by clean-up by coagulation, preparation of a derivative with 1-fluoro-2,4-dinitrobenzene, and gas-liquid chromatography using a thermionic nitrogen-selective detector system. The method can be used in general screening for carbamates as well as analysis for specific carbamate pesticide residues.  相似文献   

Hemostatic changes in dogs with naturally occurring sepsis     

de Laforcade AM  Freeman LM  Shaw SP  Brooks MB  Rozanski EA  Rush JE 《Journal of veterinary internal medicine / American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine》2003,17(5):674-679

Sepsis is a frequent source of morbidity and mortality in critically ill patients. The goal of this case control study was to measure hemostatic changes in dogs with naturally occurring sepsis. Blood was collected within 24 hours of admission from 20 dogs that fulfilled the criteria for sepsis. Sepsis was defined as histologic or microbiological confirmation of infection and 2 or more of the following criteria: hypo- or hyperthermia, tachycardia, tachypnea, or leukopenia, leukocytosis, or > 3% bands. Culture and sensitivities were performed on appropriate samples from all septic dogs. Twenty-eight control dogs were enrolled on the basis of normal results of physical examination, CBC, serum biochemistry, and coagulation profile. Plasma samples were analyzed for prothrombin time (PT), partial thromboplastin time (PTT), fibrin(ogen) degradation products (FDP), D-dimer (DD) concentrations, antithrombin (AT) activity, and protein C (PC) activity. Data were compared between groups by chi-square or independent t-tests. PC (P < .001) and AT (P < .001) activities were significantly lower in dogs with sepsis compared to controls. Dogs with sepsis had significantly higher PT (P = .007), PTT (P = .005), D-dimer (P = .005), and FDP (P = .001) compared to controls. Platelet counts were not significantly different between groups. Ten of the 20 septic dogs (50%) died, but no association was identified between any of the measured variables and outcome. These findings are consistent with previous studies in animals with experimentally induced disease and in clinical studies of humans. On the basis of these results, further investigation of the role of AT and PC in canine sepsis is warranted.  相似文献   

Flash electroretinography in standing horses using the DTL microfiber electrode     

Komáromy AM  Andrew SE  Sapp HL  Brooks DE  Dawson WW 《Veterinary ophthalmology》2003,6(1):27-33

Purpose The goal of our study was the evaluation of a practical method for the recording of flash electroretinograms (ERGs) in sedated, standing horses with the DTL? microfiber electrode. Methods The horses were sedated intravenously with detomidine hydrochloride (0.015 mg/kg). The pupil was dilated and the auriculopalpebral nerve was blocked. The ERGs were recorded with the active electrode on the cornea (DTL?), the reference electrode near the lateral canthus, and the ground electrode over the occipital bone. The light intensities of the white strobe light were 0.03 cd·s/m² (scotopic) and 3 cd·s/m² (scotopic and photopic). Photopic and scotopic single flash and flicker responses to Ganzfeld stimulation were recorded. During the 20‐min dark adaptation period the retina was stimulated every 5 min with the 0.03 cd·s/m² single flash. Results The median b‐wave amplitudes and implicit times were 38 µV and 33 ms (photopic cone‐dominated response), 43 µV and 63 ms (5‐min dark adaptation), 72 µV and 89 ms (10 min), 147 µV and 103 ms (15 min), 188 µV and 109 ms (20 min, 0.03 cd·s/m², rod response), and 186 µV and 77 ms (20 min, 3 cd·s/m², maximal combined rod‐cone response). A steady increase in amplitude and implicit time was noted during dark adaptation. No oscillatory potentials could be isolated. Conclusions The use of detomidine hydrochloride sedation and the DTL? microfiber electrode allowed the recording of good quality ERGs. This protocol should permit the detection of functional problems in the retina without the risk involved with general anesthesia.  相似文献   

What is your diagnosis? Gas-filled spherical dilatation of the trachea at the level of T3 through T5 vertebrae and narrowing of the tracheal lumen at T5     

Zerenner DM  Agnello KA  Carberry CA 《Journal of the American Veterinary Medical Association》2003,222(12):1683-1684

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