Low Levels of Chito-Oligosaccharides Are Not Effective in Reducing Deoxynivalenol Toxicity in Swine Jejunal Explants

Deoxynivalenol (DON) is a mycotoxin that affects the intestinal morphology of animals, impairing nutrient intake and growth. On the other hand, dietary supplementation with functional oligosaccharides as chito-oligosaccharides (COS) has shown positive effects on the intestinal health of piglets. The...

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Main Authors: Juliana Gerez, Letícia Buck, Victor Hugo Marutani, Caroline Maria Calliari, Ana Paula Bracarense
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2018-07-01
Series:Toxins
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Online Access:http://www.mdpi.com/2072-6651/10/7/276