Physiology and Endocrinology III

1429

Estimated energy balance of periparturient ewes grazing in rangelands
Eliel González-García, INRA UMR868 Systèmes d'Elevage Méditerranées et Tropicaux (SELMET), Montpellier 34060; Dagiale Tagliatella, Universidade Estadual de Londrina (UEL), Rodovia Celso Garcia Cid, PR 445 Km 380, Campus Universitário; Magali Jouven, Montpellier Supagro, Sciences Animales, UMR868 Systèmes d'Elevage Méditerranées et Tropicaux (SELMET), Montpellier 34060, France; François Bocquier, Montpellier Supagro, Sciences Animales, UMR868 Systèmes d'Elevage Méditerranées et Tropicaux (SELMET), Montpellier 34060, France

1430

Effects of adsorbent on milk aflatoxin M1 and lactation performance of dairy cows exposed to long-term challenge of aflatoxin B1
J.L. Xiong, Institute of Dairy Science, Zhejiang University; Y.M. Wang, Novus International Trading (Shanghai) Co., Ltd; W.M. Huang, Institute of Dairy Science, Zhejiang University; Y. Zhang, Institute of Dairy Science, Zhejiang University; H.M. Guo, Institute of Dairy Science, Zhejiang University; J.X. Liu, Zhejiang University

1431

Effects of excessive energy intake and supplementation with chromium propionate on insulin resistance parameters in lactating dairy cows: II. Glucose tolerance tests and follicular flushing
Tiago Leiva, UNESP - FMVZ; Reinaldo F. Cooke, Oregon State University - EOARC Burns; Fabiana N Correa, UNESP - FMVZ; Augusto C Aboin, UNESP - FMVZ; Alice P Brandao, UNESP - FMVZ; Henrique F Soares, UNESP - FMVZ; Matheus B Piccolo, UNESP - FMVZ; Jose Luiz Moraes Vasconcelos, UNESP - FMVZ

1432

Deuterium enrichment in plasma, rumen fluid and urine of growing sheep dosed with D₂O intravenously and intraruminally does not differ
Cornelia C. Metges, Leibniz Institute for Farm Animal Biology (FBN); Solvig Görs, Leibniz Institute for Farm Animal Biology (FBN); Harald M Hammon, Leibniz Institute for Farm Animal Biology (FBN); Umang Agarwal, Department of Animal and Avian Sciences, University of Maryland; Brian J Bequette, Department of Animal and Avian Sciences, University of Maryland

1433

Manipulated plasma insulin, glucose, and BHBA affect immune factors in somatic cells in milk with and without intramammary LPS challenge in dairy cows
Mousa Zarrin, Graduate School for Cellular and Biomedical Sciences, University of Bern; Rupert M. Bruckmaier, Veterinary Physiology, Vetsuisse Faculty, University of Bern; Olga Wellnitz, Veterinary Physiology, Vetsuisse Faculty, University of Bern

1434

Effects of road transportation on metabolic and immunological responses in dairy heifers
Myunggi Baik, Department of Agricultural Biotechnology, College of Agriculture and Life Sciences, Seoul National University; Hyeok Joong Kang, Department of Agricultural Biotechnology, College of Agriculture and Life Sciences, Seoul National University; In Kyu Lee, Department of Agricultural Biotechnology, College of Agriculture and Life Sciences, Seoul National University; Min Yu Piao, Department of Agricultural Biotechnology, College of Agriculture and Life Sciences, Seoul National University; Chae Won Kwak, Department of Agricultural Biotechnology, College of Agriculture and Life Sciences, Seoul National University; Min Jeong Gu, Department of Agricultural Biotechnology, College of Agriculture and Life Sciences, Seoul National University; Cheol Heui Yun, Department of Agricultural Biotechnology, College of Agriculture and Life Sciences, Seoul National University; Hyun Jin Kim, Department of Agricultural Biotechnology, College of Agriculture and Life Sciences, Seoul National University; Gyeom Heon Kim, Department of Animal Science and Technology, Konkuk University; Soo Ki Kim, Department of Animal Science and Technology, Konkuk University; Jong K. Ha, Department of Agricultural Biotechnology, College of Agriculture and Life Sciences, Seoul National University

1435

Differences in mitochondrial DNA copy numbers in various subcutaneous and visceral fat depots of overconditioned cows
Lilian Laubenthal, University of Bonn, Institute of Animal Science; Lena Locher, University for Veterinary Medicine, Foundation; Janine Winkler, Institute of Animal Nutrition, Friedrich-Loeffler-Institute (FLI); Ulrich Meyer, Institute of Animal Nutrition, Friedrich-Loeffler-Institute (FLI); Jürgen Rehage, University for Veterinary Medicine, Foundation; Sven Dänicke, Institute of Animal Nutrition, Friedrich-Loeffler-Institute (FLI); Helga Sauerwein, University of Bonn, Institute of Animal Science; Susanne Häussler, University of Bonn, Institute of Animal Science

1436

In vitro insulin sensitivity of subcutaneous and omental adipocytes of precalving dairy cows across a range of BCS
Jenne De Koster, Department of Reproduction, Obstetrics and Herd Health, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Ghent University; Lars Hulpio, Department of Reproduction, Obstetrics and Herd Health, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Ghent University; Veerle Fievez, Department of Animal Production, Faculty of Bioscience Engineering, Ghent University; Wim Van den Broeck, Department of Morphology, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Ghent University; Geert Opsomer, Department of Reproduction, Obstetrics and Herd Health, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Ghent University

1437

Dietary melatonin supplementation during late gestation alters concentrations of progesterone and milk yield in Holstein heifers
Caleb O. Lemley, Mississippi State University; Katelyn E. Brockus, Mississippi State University; Caitlin G. Hart, Mississippi State University; Stephanie H Ward, Mississippi State University

1438

Dry-matter intake level and its effects on follicle growth and circulating progesterone in Nelore (Bos indicus) and Holstein (Bos taurus) heifers
Emiliana Oliveira Santana Batista, USP; Rodrigo Vasconcellos Sala, USP; Mariana Dulce Delle Vedove Ortolan, USP; Elmeson Ferreira Jesus, School of Agricultural and Veterinary Sciences of UNESP; Tiago Antonio Dell Vale, USP; Gustavo Guerino Macedo, USP; Francisco Palma Rennó, USP; Alexandre Henryli Souza, University of California; Pietro S Baruselli, University of Sao Paulo-VRA

1439

Association between insulin signaling and oxidative stress in serum and subcutaneous adipose tissue of overconditioned cows
Susanne Häussler, University of Bonn, Institute of Animal Science; Lena Locher, University for Veterinary Medicine, Foundation; Lilian Laubenthal, University of Bonn, Institute of Animal Science; Shiva P Singh, University of Bonn, Institute of Animal Science; Ulrich Meyer, Institute of Animal Nutrition, Friedrich-Loeffler-Institute (FLI); Jürgen Rehage, University for Veterinary Medicine, Foundation; Sven Dänicke, Institute of Animal Nutrition, Friedrich-Loeffler-Institute (FLI); Helga Sauerwein, University of Bonn, Institute of Animal Science

1440

Serum apelin concentrations in dairy cows receiving different amounts of concentrate and a nicotinic acid supplement
Martina Weber, Institute of Animal Science, Physiology and Hygiene Unit, University of Bonn; Lena Locher, University for Veterinary Medicine, Foundation; Korinna Huber, University of Hannover; Jürgen Rehage, University for Veterinary Medicine, Foundation; Reka Tienken, Institute of Animal Nutrition, Friedrich-Loeffler-Institute (FLI); Ulrich Meyer, Institute of Animal Nutrition, Friedrich-Loeffler-Institute (FLI); Sven Dänicke, Institute of Animal Nutrition, Friedrich-Loeffler-Institute (FLI); Ute Müller, University of Bonn, Institute of Animal Science; Helga Sauerwein, University of Bonn, Institute of Animal Science; Manfred Mielenz, Leibniz Institute for Farm Animal Biology (FBN), Institute of Nutritional Physiology

1441

Nuclear related factor-E2 is down-regulated by hyperinsulinemic euglycemia in dairy cows
Mousa Zarrin, Graduate School for Cellular and Biomedical Sciences, University of Bern; Olga Wellnitz, Veterinary Physiology, Vetsuisse Faculty, University of Bern; Rupert M Bruckmaier, Veterinary Physiology, Vetsuisse Faculty, University of Bern

1442

Bovine oocytes in vitro matured in the presence of antioxidants: implications for intracellular levels of glutathione and reactive oxygen species and blastocyst development
Nathália Alves de Souza Rocha Frigoni, University of Sao Paulo State (UNESP); Beatriz Caetano da Silva Leão, University of Sao Paulo State (UNESP); Priscila Chediek Dall'Acqua, University of Sao Paulo State (UNESP); Laís Rigon, University of Sao Paulo State (UNESP); Ériklis Nogueira, EMBRAPA Pantanal; Gisele Zoccal Mingoti, University of Sao Paulo State (UNESP)

1443

Heat stress alters adipose adrenergic signaling in lactating dairy cows
Guohao Xie, Virginia Tech; Laun W. Hall, The University of Arizona; Marie Nearing, The University of Arizona; Lori C Cole, The University of Arizona; Diane M. Spurlock, Iowa State University; Lance H. Baumgard, Iowa State University; Robert P Rhoads, Virginia Tech

1444

Effect of Vitamin C Supplementation on Biochemical Parameters and Haemagglutination Potential of Giant African Land Snail (Archachatina marginata) Haemolymph
John A Abiona, Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta, Nigeria; Abimbola O Ladokun, Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta, Nigeria; James O Daramola, Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta, Nigeria; Dimeji M. Abioja, Federal University of Agriculture; Emmanuel O Oke, Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta, Nigeria; Okanlawon M Onagbesan, Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta, Nigeria

1445

Effects of grape seed supplementation on blood metabolic profile, immunity and milk production traits of dairy ewes
Fabio Correddu, Dipartimento di Agraria, University of Sassari; Alessandra Marzano, Dipartimento di Agraria, University of Sassari; Piero Bonelli, Istituto Zooprofilattico della Sardegna; Paola Nicolussi, Istituto Zooprofilattico della Sardegna; Anna Nudda, Dipartimento di Agraria, University of Sassari

1446

Determination of glucose metabolism and TCA cycle activity of early antral and late antral feline cat follicles employing [¹³C₆]glucose and mass spectrometry
Jennifer L Colvin, Department of Animal and Avian Sciences, University of Maryland; Nucharin Songsasen, Center for Species Survival, Smithsonian Conservation Biology Institute; Carol L Keefer, Department of Animal and Avian Sciences, University of Maryland; Brian J Bequette, Department of Animal and Avian Sciences, University of Maryland

1447

Interrelationships between methods of blood mineral measurement in early postpartum dairy cows
Brittany M Sweeney, Cornell University, Department of Animal Science; Elizabeth M Martens, Cornell University, Department of Animal Science; Kenneth P. Zanzalari, Prince Agri Products, Inc.; John C Lawrence, IDEXX Laboratories, Inc.; Thomas R Overton, Cornell University, Department of Animal Science

1448

Development of a multiplex assay for simultaneous quantification of endocrine analytes
Elizabeth A Benavides, University of Missouri - Division of Animal Sciences; Kevin D Wells, University of Missouri - Division of Animal Sciences; Duane H Keisler, University of Missouri-Division of Animal Sciences

1449

Effect of periconceptual growth hormone injection on feed intake and early fetal development in ewes
Carolina Heller Pereira, North Dakota State University; Kendall C. Swanson, North Dakota State University; Harold Ospina Patino, Universidade Federal do Rio Grande Do Sul; Faithe E. Doscher, North Dakota State University; Victoria C. Kennedy, North Dakota State University; Bethany R. Mordhorst, North Dakota State University; James D. Kirsch, North Dakota State University; Kimberly A. Vonnahme, North Dakota State University

1450

Relationship between plasma concentrations of thyroid hormones and physiological state of beef cow/calf pairs
Brit H. Boehmer, Oklahoma Agricultural Experiment Station; Matilda R. Davis, Oklahoma Agricultural Experiment Station; Robert P. Wettemann, Oklahoma Agricultural Experiment Station

1451

Follicle-stimulating hormone converges with canonical WNT signaling to enhance Cyp19a1 promoter activity in granulosa cells
Belinda I Gomez, Oklahoma State University; Juliet O. E., Oklahoma State University; Craig A. Gifford, Oklahoma State University; Dennis M. Hallford, New Mexico State University; Jennifer Hernandez Gifford, Oklahoma State University

1452

Effects of various doses of gonadotropin stimulation on reproductive performance of seasonally anestrous ewes
Stephanie L Rastle-Simpson, West Virginia Univeristy; Kellie N D'Souza, West Virginia Univeristy; Adam K Redhead, West Virginia Univeristy; Callayn D Paul, West Virginia University; Erin N Keller, West Virginia Univeristy; Marlon Knights, West Virginia University

1453

Effect of methionine supplementation on methylation and lipid accumulation of the preimplantation embryo in dairy cows
Diego Andres Velasco Acosta, University of Illinois; Anna C Denicol, Department of Animal Sciences, University of Florida; Cassandra S. Skenandore, University of Illinois; Zheng Zhou, University of Illinois; Marcio Nunes Corrêa, Federal University of Pelotas; Daniel N. Luchini, Adisseo S.A.S.; Peter J Hansen, Department of Animal Sciences, University of Florida; Juan J. Loor, University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign; Felipe C. Cardoso, University of Illinois

1454

Expression of Foxp3 in Peripheral Blood Mononuclear Cells of Pregnant Cows
Marlene A Paibomesai, University of Guelph; Roberta Machado Ferreira Saran, Universidade de São Paulo; Rodrigo da Silva Nunes Barreto, Universidade de São Paulo; Flavio V Meirelles, Universidade de São Paulo; Lilian J Oliveira, Michigan State University

1455

Luteinizing hormone (LH) profiles after either porcine LH or GnRH treatment in Holstein cows with or without FSH-stimulation
Amir Behrouzi, Department of Agricultural, Food and Nutritional Science, University of Alberta; Mohammadali Fakheri, Department of Agricultural, Food and Nutritional Science, University of Alberta; Reza Salehi, Department of Agricultural, Food and Nutritional Science, University of Alberta; Marcos G Colazo, Alberta Agriculture and Rural Development, Livestock Research Branch; Divakar J Ambrose, Department of Agricultural, Food and Nutritional Science, University of Alberta