Korean Journal of Veterinary Service (한국동물위생학회지)

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Changes in the blood electrolyte, BUN and glucose values in diarrheic Hanwoo neonatal calves

  • Received : 2022.09.07
  • Accepted : 2022.12.08
  • Published : 2022.12.30
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Abstract

Calf diarrhea is a major health concern in the livestock industry that requires accurate analysis for appropriate treatment. Dehydration and electrolyte imbalance are the most significant consequences of diarrhea in calves. Until now, the reference values of blood analysis of Hanwoo neonatal calves have not been well known. Recently, portable blood analyzers have made it possible to immediately analyze blood in the farm and provide suitable treatment for the patients. We analyzed electrolytes, blood urea nitrogen (BUN) and glucose in the blood of 179 Hanwoo neonatal calves, including 79 with diarrhea. These 179 calves were divided into 3 groups based on their age. Values of sodium (Na+ ) and glucose were significantly lower in diarrheic calves (1~30 days), while potassium (K+ ) and chloride (Cl- ) values were higher in diarrheic calves (1~30 days). BUN values, which are closely related to dehydration due to diarrhea, increased in diarrheic calves of all ages. Therefore, these data can be used as reference values for blood analysis and treatment of healthy or diarrheic Hanwoo neonatal calves within 30 days of age.

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