Effects of Thermal Conditioning on Changes in Hepatic and Muscular Tissue Associated With Reduced Heat Production and Body Temperature in Young Chickens

Effects of increased summer temperatures on poultry production are becoming more pronounced due to global warming, so it is important to consider approaches that might reduce heat stress in chickens. Thermal conditioning in chickens in the neonatal period can improve thermotolerance and reduce body...

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Main Authors: Yoshimitsu Ouchi, Vishwajit S. Chowdhury, John F. Cockrem, Takashi Bungo
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Frontiers Media S.A. 2021-01-01
Series:Frontiers in Veterinary Science
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ASL
Online Access:https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fvets.2020.610319/full