Mammary Defences and Immunity against Mastitis in Sheep

The objectives of this review paper are to present udder defences, including teat of the udder, mammary epithelial cells, leucocytes, immunoglobulins, complement system and chemical antibacterial agents, to describe cooperation and interactions between them and to elaborate on potentials regarding t...

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Main Authors: Angeliki I. Katsafadou, Antonis P. Politis, Vasia S. Mavrogianni, Mariana S. Barbagianni, Natalia G. C. Vasileiou, George C. Fthenakis, Ilektra A. Fragkou
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2019-09-01
Series:Animals
Subjects:
ewe
Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2076-2615/9/10/726