Activity of Mannose-Binding Lectin on Bacterial-Infected Chickens—A Review

Activity of Mannose-Binding Lectin on Bacterial-Infected Chickens—A Review

In recent years, diseases caused by pathogenic bacteria have profoundly impacted chicken production by causing economic loss in chicken products and by-product revenues. MBL (mannose-binding lectin) is part of the innate immune system (IIS), which is the host’s first line defense against pathogens....

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Main Authors: Peter A. Idowu, Adeola P. Idowu, Oliver T. Zishiri, Takalani J. Mpofu, Edwin J. A. Veldhuizen, Khathutshelo A. Nephawe, Bohani Mtileni
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2021-03-01
Series:Animals
Subjects:
chickens
use of antibiotics
innate immunity
lectin pathway
complement system
mannose-binding lectin quantification method
Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2076-2615/11/3/787

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