Topic:Colostrum

Colostrum is the first milk produced by mares following the birth of a foal. It is rich in antibodies, particularly immunoglobulins, which are essential for the passive transfer of immunity to the newborn foal. Colostrum also contains nutrients, growth factors, and bioactive components that support the initial development and health of the foal. The composition and quality of colostrum can vary among mares, and inadequate intake or poor quality can lead to immune deficiencies in foals. This page compiles peer-reviewed research studies and scholarly articles that examine the composition, factors affecting quality, and the role of colostrum in neonatal equine health.

[Immunization of foals against tetanus toxin. II. Transmission of tetanus antibodies with the colostrum to newborn foal and subsequent active immunization].

Archiv fur experimentelle Veterinarmedizin January 1, 1973 Volume 27, Issue 2 245-250

Schützler H.No abstract available

Immunology December 1, 1970 Volume 19, Issue 6 901-907

Rouse BT, Ingram DG.Thirty-six samples of colostrum and milk were collected from ponies at various intervals after parturition. Levels of total protein and immunoglobulins IgG and IgG(T) were determined. In samples collected in the first 3 hours , the total protein concentration was approximately twice that of serum protein and the immunoglobulins IgG and IgG(T) accounted for 30 per cent and 10 per cent respectively of this protein. The ratio of IgG to IgG(T) was similar to that in serum. After suckling, a marked decline in both total protein and immunoglobulin concentration occurred. In addition, the relative co...

Acta medica veterinaria January 1, 1970 Volume 16, Issue 1 73-88

Minieri L, Intrieri F.No abstract available

Journal of immunology (Baltimore, Md. : 1950) September 1, 1969 Volume 103, Issue 3 437-444

Genco RJ, Yecies L, Karush F.No abstract available

Archiv fur experimentelle Veterinarmedizin January 1, 1968 Volume 22, Issue 3 697-713

Schützler H.No abstract available

Journal of biochemistry November 1, 1963 Volume 54 388-397 doi: 10.1093/oxfordjournals.jbchem.a127804

JOHKE T.This research article investigates the differences in acid-soluble nucleotides in the milk of various species including cows, goats, mares, and humans through different stages of lactation, and compares the nucleotide [...]