The endocannabinoid system in bovine tissues: characterization of transcript abundance in the growing Holstein steer.

ABSTRACT:

Background

The endocannabinoid system (ECS) is highly integrated with seemingly all physiological and pathophysiological processes in the body. There is increasing interest in utilizing bioactive plant compounds, for promoting health and improving production in livestock. Given the established interaction between phytochemicals and the ECS, there are many opportunities for identification and development of therapies to address a range of diseases and disorders. However, the ECS has not been thoroughly characterized in cattle, especially in the gastrointestinal tract. The objective of this study was to characterize the distribution and transcriptional abundance of genes associated with the endocannabinoid system in bovine tissues.

Methods

Tissues including brain, spleen, thyr

SUBMITTER: Kent-Dennis C 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11494806 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Oct

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature