The dynamics of the piglet gut microbiome during the weaning transition in association with health and nutrition.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Understanding the composition of the microbial community and its functional capacity during weaning is important for pig production as bacteria play important roles in the pig's health and growth performance. However, limited information is available regarding the composition and function of the gut microbiome of piglets in early-life. Therefore, we performed 16S rRNA gene and whole metagenome shotgun sequencing of DNA from fecal samples from healthy piglets during weaning to measure microbiome shifts, and to identify the potential contribution of the early-life microbiota in shaping piglet health with a focus on microbial stress responses, carbohydrate and amino acid metabolism.

Results

The analysis of 16S rRNA genes and whole metagenome shotgun sequencing reveal

SUBMITTER: Guevarra RB 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC6065057 | biostudies-literature | 2018

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature