The growth performance, intestinal digestive and absorptive capabilities in piglets with different lengths of small intestines

The growth performance, intestinal digestive and absorptive capabilities in piglets with different lengths of small intestines

The small intestine is an important digestive organ and plays a vital role in the life of a pig. We tested the hypothesis that the length of the small intestine is related to growth performance and intestinal functions of piglets. A total of 60 piglets (Duroc × Landrace × Yorkshire), weaned at day 2...

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Main Authors: M. Wang, C. Yang, Q.Y. Wang, J.Z. Li, Y.L. Li, X.Q. Ding, J. Yin, H.S. Yang, Y.L. Yin
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Elsevier 2020-01-01
Series:Animal
Subjects:
intestinal function
enzyme activities
nutrient transporters
intestinal morphology
short-chain fatty acid
Online Access:http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S175173111900288X

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