Association of serum biochemical parameters with growth performance and gut microbiota in large white pigs.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Serum biochemical parameters are crucial indicators of animal health and metabolism, providing valuable insights into nutritional and physiological status.

Methods

To investigate the correlations among serum biochemical indicators, growth traits, and gut microbiota, a total of 274 Large White pigs (124 boars and 150 sows) were selected as experimental subjects in this study. At the early fattening stage (80 days of age), blood samples and fecal samples were collected from all pigs. Five key serum biochemical parameters (Glu, LDH, HDL-C, LDL-C, sCr) and fecal microbial diversity were measured. Additionally, the main economic traits of the pigs were measured following the standard evaluation criteria for swine production performance.

Results and discussion

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SUBMITTER: Liang S 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12827089 | biostudies-literature | 2025

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature