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Mineral X disease interactions.

E R Miller

    Journal of Animal Science
    |June 1, 1985
    PubMed
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    Mineral nutrition impacts animal infection resistance. Deficiencies in key minerals like zinc, iron, copper, and selenium impair immune function and disease prevention strategies in animal health research.

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    Area of Science:

    • Animal nutrition and immunology
    • Mineral metabolism in livestock

    Background:

    • Animal resistance to infection is influenced by mineral nutrition.
    • Specific macroelements (Mg, P) and trace elements (Zn, Fe, Cu, Se) are critical.
    • Deficiencies in Zn, Fe, Cu, and Se are linked to reduced disease resistance.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To investigate the role of mineral nutrition in animal infection resistance.
    • To highlight the impact of specific mineral deficiencies on immune response.
    • To emphasize the importance of essential elements in disease prevention.

    Main Methods:

    • Review of existing research on mineral nutrition and animal immunity.
    • Analysis of studies detailing the effects of mineral deficiencies on disease resistance.

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  • Examination of the role of selenium in phagocyte bactericidal action.

    • Main Results:

    • Mineral deficiencies, particularly Zn, Fe, Cu, and Se, compromise animal immune responses.
    • Impaired leukocyte function and immune response are consequences of these deficiencies.
    • Selenium plays a role in the oxidative functions crucial for phagocyte bactericidal activity.

    Conclusions:

    • Optimal mineral nutrition is essential for robust animal immune function and disease resistance.
    • Addressing deficiencies in key minerals like Zn, Fe, Cu, and Se is vital for animal health.
    • Further research into essential elements for disease prevention in animal nutrition is warranted.