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Evaluation of serum electrolyte concentrations in raini cashmere goats during the transition period
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P. Gholobi   , M.M. Sebdani * , H. Iravani |
| Department of Veterinary Medicine, Islamic Azad University, B.C., Baft, Iran |
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| The transition period in small ruminants, particularly the final stage of pregnancy and the early postpartum phase, is a critical stage often associated with electrolyte imbalances. This study aimed to evaluate the serum electrolyte concentrations in Raini Cashmere goats during this period. Blood samples were collected weekly from the jugular vein of twenty-four pregnant goats throughout the six-week transition phase. The results revealed significant differences in serum electrolyte concentrations before and after parturition (p<0.05). The lowest levels of most electrolytes were recorded one week postpartum. Serum calcium levels showed a steady decline from three weeks prepartum to one week postpartum, then returned to baseline values within the following two weeks. Phosphorus and sodium exhibited similar trends, while potassium and chloride levels increased significantly during the recovery phase. Magnesium concentrations gradually rose throughout the period, reaching their peak two weeks postpartum. These findings highlight the dynamic changes in electrolyte status during the transition period in Raini Cashmere goats, emphasizing the importance of nutritional management and supplementation to prevent deficiencies and support health during this critical stage. |
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| Keywords: Raini Cashmere goat, Transition period, Serum electrolytes, Pregnancy, Parturition |
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Type of Study: Research |
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Received: 2025/08/30
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