Serum Apelin-36 alteration in late pregnancy and early lactation of dairy cows and its association with negative energy balance markers

In conclusion, our results showed that serum Apelin-36 concentration decreased after parturition in dairy cow. Alteration of Apelin-36 secretion after parturition may represent an endocrine adaptation in dairy cow during the lactating period.
Source: Research in Veterinary Science - Category: Veterinary Research Source Type: research