Article
Alterations in bovine neutrophil function during the periparturient period
American Journal of Veterinary Research
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Article
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Published Version
Publication Date
2-1-1989
Abstract
Neutrophils from 8 Holstein heifers were evaluated for function during the periparturient period. Random migration, ingestion of bacteria, superoxide anion production, native (nonenhanced) chemiluminescence, iodination, and antibody-dependent, cell-mediated cytotoxicity by neutrophils were determined. Foremilk samples were evaluated for bacteria. Significant (P < 0.05) increases in random migration of neutrophils, iodination, and chemiluminescence were evident 2 weeks before parturition and then decreased dramatically by the frrst week after parturition. These impairments of neutrophil function after parturition may be manifested as a severe cumulative deficit in the native defenses afforded by the neutrophil.
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Citation Information
Marcus E. Kehrli, Brian J. Nonnecke and James A. Roth. "Alterations in bovine neutrophil function during the periparturient period" American Journal of Veterinary Research Vol. 50 Iss. 2 (1989) p. 207 - 214 Available at: http://works.bepress.com/james_roth/68/
This article is published as Kehrli, M.E., B.J. Nonnecke, and J.A. Roth. 1989. Alterations in bovine neutrophil function during the periparturient period. Am J Vet Res, 50:207-214.