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Normal somatic cell count and subclinical mastitis in Murrah buffaloes
1Veterinary Medicine, Veterinary Teaching Hospital, Institute of Agriculture and Animal Science (IAAS) Rampur Chitwan, Nepal. ipdhakal@yahoo.com
Summary
This study determined normal somatic cell count (SCC) in Murrah buffaloes, finding subclinical mastitis in 21.7% of animals. Elevated SCC levels, particularly in certain quarters, indicate potential infection.
Area of Science:
- Veterinary Medicine
- Animal Science
- Dairy Production
Background:
- Subclinical mastitis poses a significant threat to dairy animal health and productivity.
- Establishing normal somatic cell count (SCC) benchmarks is crucial for accurate mastitis diagnosis in Murrah buffaloes.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate the normal somatic cell count (SCC) in Murrah buffaloes.
- To define criteria for diagnosing subclinical mastitis in this breed.
Main Methods:
- Data collected from 60 clinically normal Murrah buffaloes across farms in Nepal and India.
- Somatic cell count (SCC) determined using the Newman-Lampert staining technique.
- California Mastitis Test (CMT) utilized for comparative analysis.
Main Results:
- Normal SCC upper limit established at >= 200,000 cells/ml milk.
- Right front and hind quarters showed significantly higher SCC averages than left quarters.
- Subclinical mastitis identified in 21.7% of buffaloes and 8% of quarter samples, with higher neutrophil counts in affected milk.
Conclusions:
- A significant percentage of Murrah buffaloes exhibit subclinical mastitis.
- SCC levels and CMT results are key indicators for mastitis detection.
- Further research into management strategies for subclinical mastitis in buffaloes is warranted.