Selenium Biochemistry and Bioavailability: Implications for Animal Agriculture

Selenium Biochemistry and Bioavailability: Implications for Animal Agriculture

Selenium (Se) is an essential trace mineral required for growth, development, immune function, and metabolism. Selenium exerts its biological effects as an integral component of selenoproteins (SePs). Deficiency or low Se status leads to marked changes in many biochemical pathways and a range of pat...

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Main Authors: Shaniko Shini, Asad Sultan, Wayne L. Bryden
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2015-12-01
Series:Agriculture
Subjects:
selenium
selenoproteins
biochemistry
bioavailability
deficiency
excess
requirements
supplements
organic compounds
Online Access:http://www.mdpi.com/2077-0472/5/4/1277

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