Antioxidant Status, and Blood Zinc and Copper Concentrations in Dogs with Uncomplicated Babesiosis due to Babesia Canis Infections.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

The aim of the study was to demonstrate a link between uncomplicated Babesia canis infection in dogs and blood concentrations of zinc and copper and erythrocytic antioxidant defence - activities of glutathione (GSH), superoxide dismutase (SOD) and catalase (CAT).

Material and methods

The study was based on 15 naturally occurring cases of canine babesiosis with anorexia, pyrexia, depression, pale mucous membrane, splenomegaly and dark red urine. Microscopic examination of Giemsa-stained peripheral blood smears and the results of PCR confirmed B. canis infection. Seven apparently healthy dogs brought in for either a check-up or vaccination were used for comparison.

Results

The levels of the erythrocytic antioxidant enzymes - SOD and CAT - were

SUBMITTER: Teodorowski O 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC8256463 | biostudies-literature | 2021 Jun

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature