The effect of adrenocortical steroids, subtotal and total adrenalectomy on the renal and extra-renal responses of the domestic duck (Anas platyrhynchus) to hypertonic saline loading
The purpose of this investigation was to determine whether or not the adrenocortical steroids influence the activity of the avian supra-orbital gland. In the intact saline loaded duck (Anas platyrhynchus), a diphasic excretory pattern was apparent, as an urinary diuresis was followed by activation...
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University of British Columbia
2012
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| Online Access: | http://hdl.handle.net/2429/40045 |