Korean Journal of Veterinary Service (한국동물위생학회지)

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Effect of L-theanine on non-specific immunoparameters in catfish (Silurus asortus)

  • Heo, Gang-Joon (College of Veterinary Medicine, Chungbuk National University) ;
  • Shin, Gee-Wook (Bio-Safety Research Institute and College of Veterinary Medicine, Chonbuk National University)
  • Received : 2012.09.27
  • Accepted : 2012.11.09
  • Published : 2012.12.30
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Abstract

L-theanine was examined for its effects on the generation of superoxide anion, lysozyme and anti-protease in the plasma of catfish (Silurus asotus) by a single intraperitoneal injection with five different concentrations (0, 3, 6, 9 and 12 mg/kg). When compared with the mock-injected group (0 mg/kg), both groups injected with 6 and 9 mg/kg were significantly enhanced in levels of superoxide anion in leukocytes, lysozyme and anti-protease in plasma. Based on the results, L-theanine is thought to function as an immunostimulant and/or immunomodulator on non-specific immune responses in catfish.

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