Research Article

The Effect of Birth Type on Serum Irisin Levels in Awassi Lambs

Volume: 6 Number: 2 December 31, 2024
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The Effect of Birth Type on Serum Irisin Levels in Awassi Lambs

Abstract

The present study aims to reveal the effects of normal birth and dystocia on serum irisin levels in Awassi lambs. The study material consisted of 20 lambs born from Awassi sheep. Only sheep that had previously given birth normally, had no postnatal problems, and had single births were included to objectively evaluate the parameters under investigation. The newborn lambs were divided into two groups based on the type of birth. Group 1 (n=10) consisted of lambs born from normal births, while Group 2 (n=10) consisted of lambs born from dystocia. Blood samples were collected from the vena jugularis of lambs in both study groups before colostrum intake, after colostrum intake, and on the 15th, 30th, 45th, and 60th days of the postnatal period (a total of six times) and were then centrifuged. Serum irisin levels were assessed using a commercial kit. The obtained data were analyzed using two-way ANOVA. In the intergroup assessment, the serum irisin level in the dystocia group was found to be higher before colostrum intake (P<0.001). In the within-group assessment, significant time-dependent differences were observed in the measurements before colostrum intake, after colostrum intake, and during the postnatal period for both groups (P<0.001). Additionally, a significant difference was found in the group*time interaction for serum irisin levels (P<0.001). In conclusion, significant differences were observed between birth type and serum irisin levels, particularly before colostrum intake. It was concluded that administering colostrum, which plays a crucial role in neonatal nutrition, to lambs without delay, especially in cases of dystocia, ensures protection against diseases, promotes rapid recovery, and provides a healthy start for the newborns.

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Supporting Institution

Türkiye Bilimsel ve Teknolojik Araştırma Kurumu (TÜBİTAK) (2209-A)

Project Number

1919B012333371

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Details

Primary Language

English

Subjects

Veterinary Obstetrics and Gynecology

Journal Section

Research Article

Early Pub Date

December 28, 2024

Publication Date

December 31, 2024

Submission Date

August 9, 2024

Acceptance Date

December 3, 2024

Published in Issue

Year 2024 Volume: 6 Number: 2

APA
Akkuş, T., Yaprakcı, Ö., Bayazit, R., Ekici, M., & Demirtaş, A. C. (2024). The Effect of Birth Type on Serum Irisin Levels in Awassi Lambs. Turkish Veterinary Journal, 6(2), 56-60. https://doi.org/10.51755/turkvetj.1530723