Abstract
Reference levels of some biochemical and haematological variables were determined for mute swans (Cygnus olor Gmelin). Immaturity was identified as a factor which broadened the references ranges. Blood variables of six acutely lead-poisoned swans were determined and compared with the reference distribution. Protoporphyrin IX, cholesterol and two serum enzymes, lactate dehydrogenase and aspartate aminotransferase, were increased; concentrations of haemoglobin and mean cell haemoglobin concentration indicated hypochromic anaemia in birds with acute lead poisoning. The interpretation and diagnostic value of reference values is discussed.
| Original language | English |
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| Pages (from-to) | 667-678 |
| Number of pages | 12 |
| Journal | Avian Pathology |
| Volume | 17 |
| Issue number | 3 |
| DOIs | |
| Publication status | Published - 1 Jan 1988 |
| Externally published | Yes |
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