Morphological and molecular response of small intestine to lactulose and hydrogen-rich water in female piglets fed Fusarium mycotoxins contaminated diet.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Following the intake of Fusarium mycotoxin-contaminated feed, small intestines may be exposed to high levels of toxic substances that can potentially damage intestinal functions in livestock. It is well known that Fusarium mycotoxins will lead a breakdown of the normally impeccable epithelial barrier, resulting in the development of a "leaky" gut. H₂ administration with different methods has been proved definitely potentials to prevent serious intestinal diseases. The goal of this study is to investigate the roles of lactulose (LAC) and hydrogen-rich water (HRW) in preventing intestinal dysfunction in piglets fed Fusarium mycotoxin-contaminated feed.

Methods

A total of 24 female piglets were evenly assigned to 4 groups: negative con

SUBMITTER: Ji X 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC6373143 | biostudies-literature | 2019

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature