Hematologic and plasma biochemical values for Tonkean macaques (Macaca tonkeana)

Area of Science:

• Veterinary Medicine
• Primate Hematology
• Comparative Biochemistry

Background:

• Establishing species-specific reference ranges is crucial for accurate health assessments in captive wildlife.
• Limited hematologic and biochemical data exist for Tonkean macaques (Macaca tonkeana).

Purpose of the Study:

• To determine normative hematologic and serum biochemical values for captive Tonkean macaques.
• To provide a baseline for health monitoring and disease diagnosis in this primate species.

Main Methods:

• Blood samples were collected from 29 captive Tonkean macaques.
• Hematologic and serum biochemical parameters were analyzed.
• Data were analyzed to establish mean values, ranges, and identify variations related to age and sex.

Main Results:

• Normative reference values and ranges for hematologic and serum biochemical parameters were established for Tonkean macaques.
• The obtained values were generally similar to those reported for other macaque species.
• Significant variations in certain parameters were observed based on the age and sex of the animals.

Conclusions:

• The established reference values provide essential data for the clinical management of Tonkean macaques.
• Age and sex are important factors to consider when interpreting hematologic and biochemical data in this species.
• Further research may refine these values and explore other influencing factors.