Diagnostic Use of Pooled Metabolic Profiles in Czech Dairy Herds

Authors

  • R. J. Van Saun Department of Veterinary & Biomedical Sciences, Penn State University, University Park, PA
  • J. Davidek Veterinary practitioner, Krasna Hora nad Vltavou, Czech Republic

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.21423/aabppro20084481

Keywords:

blood chemistries, metabolic profiling, herd-level, transition cow, calving

Abstract

Use of blood chemistries in the form of metabolic profiles to determine nutritional status has been advocated,  but acceptance has been limited as a result of high cost and interpretation difficulties. A pooled sample approach to metabolic profiling could provide a more comprehensive snapshot of herd metabolic status with minimal economic investment compared to individual sampling. Study objectives were to evaluate diagnostic reference criteria to determine if pooled sample blood analyte concentrations collected at different periods relative to calving can differentiate between herds with and without health problems, and provide diagnostic value in assessment of transition cow problems.

Cover image of the 41st Conference Proceedings: A herd of cattle standing in the field, framed by a cloudy sky. Yellow background.

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Published

2008-09-25

Issue

2008

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