Perfil bioquímico sanguíneo de ovinos (Ovis aries) en la provincia de Chimborazo.

Abstract

This study aimed to determine the blood biochemical profile of sheep (Ovis aries) in areas affected by volcanic ash in the Province of Chimborazo. For this purpose, 48 adult sheep (24 males and 24 females) of the Marin Magellan Meat Merino (4M) breed were selected. The fieldwork was carried out in flocks of 4M sheep, specifically in the parishes of Santiago de Quito, Sicalpa, and in the community of Pancún Ichubamba in Chimborazo. Blood samples were taken by jugular venipuncture, and values were determined for the variables of glucose, cholesterol, creatinine, urea, and alanine amino transfer. Urea, alanine aminotransferase (ALT), aspartate aminotransferase (AST), alkaline phosphatase (ALP), gamma-glutamyl transferase (GGT), total protein, and albumin. The study of the samples was carried out using the Mindray BS 200E biochemical analyzer. For the statistical analysis of the means, a multifactorial ADEVA was performed on the obtained values, where the independent variables studied were sex and location. The Tukey test and the correlations using Pearson's statistics were used to compare the means. In the analysis of the effect of location and biochemical profile, significant differences were found in the blood parameters glucose, cholesterol, total protein, urea, and gamma-glutamyl transferase. It was concluded that the blood biochemical profile of sheep is not affected by sex and location. It is recommended to carry out a more significant number of investigations on the 4M breed in order to establish, in a clear way, the information necessary for the correct management and control of this breed.