Published in Scientific Papers. Series D. Animal Science, Vol. LXVIII, Issue 2
Written by Wisje Lusia TOAR, Nontje Juliana KUMAJAS, Laurentius RUMOKOY
In traditional farming systems, particularly those utilizing communal grazing, local goats often consume fresh forage voluntarily. However, these systems are frequently associated with high mortality rates. To address this issue, the present study explores the potential of immuno-stimulant peptides derived from abdominal region of Patanga succincta to enhance immune response in goat kids. Specifically, the study aims to perform molecular characterization of a local strain of P. succincta and to evaluate the effects of these immuno-stimulant peptides (ISPs) on circulating Immunoglobulin G (IgG) levels in young goats. Sixteen two-month-old goat kids were randomly assigned to four treatment groups: T1 (0 μl ISPs), T2 (5 μl ISPs), T3 (10 μl ISPs), and T4 (15 μl ISPs), with each group consisting of four animals. The experiment followed a Completely Randomized Design (CRD) and data were analyzed using one-way ANOVA. ISPs were administered via subcutaneous injection at the superior dorsal cervical region. Serum IgG levels were quantified using the Single Radial Immunodiffusion (SRID) method. Results indicated that the T3 treatment group exhibited a statistically significant increase in IgG levels (P<0.05) compared to the other groups.
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