The Indian Journal of Veterinary Sciences and Biotechnology
Open Access
  • Year: 2015
  • Volume: 10
  • Issue: 3

Synergism of vitamin E and selenium on oxidative stress during transition period in Kankrej cattle

  • Author:
  • V.L. Parmar, H.H. Panchasara, Prajwalita Sutaria, T.V. Sutaria, D.B. Sadhu, H.B. Prajapati
  • Total Page Count: 3
  • Page Number: 1 to 3

Department of Veterinary Medicine, College of Veterinary Science & Animal Husbandry, SDAU, Sardarkrushinagar-385506 (Guj)

Online published on 4 March, 2015.

Abstract

It has been observed that during the transition period cows experience oxidative stress which may contribute to periparturient disorders and may be associated with metabolic diseases. Vitamin E and selenium (Se) play vital role in reduction of oxidative stress and maintain the health of living animals. The concentration of MDA was significantly (P<0.05) lower in Vit.E + Se supplemented group as compared to control group in stage-I, II and III (late pregnancy, recent parturition and early postpartum) during transition period in Kankrej cattle. However, in the treatment group the SOD level was significantly (P<0.05) reduced as compared to control group at stage of recent parturition.

Keywords

Oxidative stress, Transition period, Kankrej Cows, Vitamin-E, Selenium