British Poultry Science, Volume 55, Issue 3 (2014)

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British Poultry Science, Volume 55, Issue 3 (2014)

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Genetics

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Pathogenicity and molecular characteristics of infectious bronchitis virus (IBV) strains isolated from broilers showing diarrhoea and respiratory disease
J. L. Chacón, M. S. Assayag Jr, L. Revolledo, C. S. Astolfi-Ferreira, M. P. Vejarano, R. C. Jones & A. J. Piantino Ferreira
Pages: 271-283
Published online: 04 Jul 2014
AbstractforPathogenicity and molecular characteristics of infectious bronchitis virus (IBV) strains isolated from broilers showing diarrhoea and respiratory disease | Full Text | References | PDF (264.9 KB)
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Molecular cloning, expression and polymorphism of goose LRP8 gene
C. Wang, Y. Liu, J. Zhang, H.Y. Wang, H.L. Wu, S.M. Gong & D.Q. He
Pages: 284-290
Published online: 04 Jul 2014
AbstractforMolecular cloning, expression and polymorphism of goose LRP8 gene | Full Text | References | PDF (222.1 KB) | Supplemental
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Implications of genetic selection on yolk proportion on the dry matter content of eggs in a White Leghorn population
W. Icken, C. Looft, K. Schellander, D. Cavero, A. Blanco, M. Schmutz & R. Preisinger
Pages: 291-297
Published online: 04 Jul 2014
AbstractforImplications of genetic selection on yolk proportion on the dry matter content of eggs in a White Leghorn population | Full Text | References | PDF (139.4 KB)
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Genetic parameters for feed efficiency and body weight traits in Japanese quail
N. Nasiri Foomani, S. Zerehdaran, M. Ahani Azari & E. Lotfi
Pages: 298-304
Published online: 04 Jul 2014
AbstractforGenetic parameters for feed efficiency and body weight traits in Japanese quail | Full Text | References | PDF (150.2 KB)
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Immunology, Health & Disease

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A survey of the frequency of aminoglycoside antibiotic-resistant genotypes and phenotypes in Escherichia coli in broilers with septicaemia in Hebei, China
F.Y. Zhang, S.Y. Huo, Y.R. Li, R. Xie, X.J. Wu, L.G. Chen & Y.H. Gao
Pages: 305-310
Published online: 04 Jul 2014
AbstractforA survey of the frequency of aminoglycoside antibiotic-resistant genotypes and phenotypes in Escherichia coli in broilers with septicaemia in Hebei, China | Full Text | References | PDF (130.3 KB)
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Meat & Egg Science

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Quantification of eggshell microstructure using X-ray micro computed tomography
A. Riley, C. J. Sturrock, S. J. Mooney & M. R. Luck
Pages: 311-320
Published online: 04 Jul 2014
AbstractforQuantification of eggshell microstructure using X-ray micro computed tomography | Full Text | References | PDF (592.3 KB)
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Molecular, Cellular & Developmental Biology

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Evaluation of dried blood spot collection paper blotters for avian sexing by direct PCR
G. Suriyaphol, N. Kunnasut, S. Sirisawadi, W. Wanasawaeng & S. Dhitavat
Pages: 321-328
Published online: 04 Jul 2014
AbstractforEvaluation of dried blood spot collection paper blotters for avian sexing by direct PCR | Full Text | References | PDF (328.4 KB)
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Nutrition & Metabolism

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Dietary essential oils improve the hepatic antioxidative status of broiler chickens
F. Karadas, V. Pirgozliev, S.P. Rose, D. Dimitrov, O. Oduguwa & D. Bravo
Pages: 329-334
Published online: 22 Apr 2014
AbstractforDietary essential oils improve the hepatic antioxidative status of broiler chickens | Full Text | References | PDF (127.5 KB)
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Effects of linseed oil and palm oil on growth performance, tibia fatty acid and biomarkers of bone metabolism in broilers
X. Zhong, S. Gao, J. J. Wang, L. Dong, J. Huang, L. L. Zhang & T. Wang
Pages: 335-342
Published online: 22 Apr 2014
AbstractforEffects of linseed oil and palm oil on growth performance, tibia fatty acid and biomarkers of bone metabolism in broilers | Full Text | References | PDF (149.5 KB)
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Effects of α-lipoic acid supplementation on sexual difference of growth performance, heat exposure-induced metabolic response and lipid peroxidation of raw meat in broiler chickens
Y. Hamano
Pages: 343-350
Published online: 04 Jul 2014
AbstractforEffects of α-lipoic acid supplementation on sexual difference of growth performance, heat exposure-induced metabolic response and lipid peroxidation of raw meat in broiler chickens | Full Text | References | PDF (152.1 KB)
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Effects of exogenous xylanase on performance, nutrient digestibility, volatile fatty acid production and digestive tract thermal profiles of broilers fed on wheat- or maize-based diet
H.V. Masey-O’neill, M. Singh & A.J. Cowieson
Pages: 351-359
Published online: 29 Apr 2014
AbstractforEffects of exogenous xylanase on performance, nutrient digestibility, volatile fatty acid production and digestive tract thermal profiles of broilers fed on wheat- or maize-based diet | Full Text | References | PDF (153.3 KB)
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Growth performance and meat quality of broiler chickens supplemented with Rhodopseudomonas palustris in drinking water
Q.Q. Xu, H. Yan, X.L. Liu, L. Lv, C.H. Yin & P. Wang
Pages: 360-366
Published online: 23 Apr 2014
AbstractforGrowth performance and meat quality of broiler chickens supplemented with Rhodopseudomonas palustris in drinking water | Full Text | References | PDF (246.3 KB)
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Comparative study of the effects of organic selenium on hen performance and productivity of broiler breeders
K. Rajashree, T. Muthukumar & N. Karthikeyan
Pages: 367-374
Published online: 04 Jul 2014
AbstractforComparative study of the effects of organic selenium on hen performance and productivity of broiler breeders | Full Text | References | PDF (159.7 KB)
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Effect of melamine-contaminated diet on tissue distribution of melamine and cyanuric acid, blood variables, and egg quality in laying hens
P. Suchý, P. Novák, D. Zapletal & E. Straková
Pages: 375-379
Published online: 04 Jul 2014
AbstractforEffect of melamine-contaminated diet on tissue distribution of melamine and cyanuric acid, blood variables, and egg quality in laying hens | Full Text | References | PDF (116.8 KB)
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Effects of broiler breeder-feeding programme and feeder space change at photostimulation using maize- or wheat-based diets on eggshell properties and progeny bone development
P. Eusebio-Balcazar, E.O. Oviedo-Rondón, M.J. Wineland, M. Pérez Serrano & J. Brake
Pages: 380-390
Published online: 04 Jul 2014
AbstractforEffects of broiler breeder-feeding programme and feeder space change at photostimulation using maize- or wheat-based diets on eggshell properties and progeny bone development | Full Text | References | PDF (224.5 KB)
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Hatchability rate and embryonic growth of broiler chicks following in ovo injection royal jelly
A. A. Moghaddam, M. Borji & D. Komazani
Pages: 391-397
Published online: 04 Jul 2014
AbstractforHatchability rate and embryonic growth of broiler chicks following in ovo injection royal jelly | Full Text | References | PDF (159.2 KB)
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The bioefficacy of microemulsified natural pigments in egg yolk pigmentation
P.Y. Chow, S.Z. Gue, S.K. Leow & L.B. Goh
Pages: 398-402
Published online: 04 Jul 2014
AbstractforThe bioefficacy of microemulsified natural pigments in egg yolk pigmentation | Full Text | References | PDF (294.2 KB)
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Effects of zinc–methionine on growth performance, intestinal flora and immune function in pigeon squabs
Y. Wang, L. Yi, M.L. Zhao, J.Q. Wu, M.Y. Wang & X.C. Cheng
Pages: 403-408
Published online: 04 Jul 2014
AbstractforEffects of zinc–methionine on growth performance, intestinal flora and immune function in pigeon squabs | Full Text | References | PDF (134.9 KB)
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