Monitoring the Changes in Certain Hematological and Biochemical Parameters in Camels (camelus Dromedaries) During Postpartum Period - Monitoring the Changes in Certain Hematological and Biochemical Parameters in Camels (camelus Dromedaries) During Postpartum Period - Open Access Pub

The postpartum period in camel are considered the most critical period for camel's health and for future fertility. The objective of the present study was to compare the clinical examination results and the concentration of hemoglobin, total protein, calcium and progesterone at different instances (1st, 3rd and 9th days) postpartum. Fifteen female camels during the postpartum period (1st, 3rd and 9th days) were included in the present study. Hematological, biochemical profiles and ultrasonographic examination were performed. The clinical examination results were normal and no evidence of clinical disease. The results of the hematological and biochemical findings were within the reference range obtained previously by our research team. The concentrations of hemoglobin, total protein, calcium and progesterone were measured at the 1st, 3rd and 9th days postpartum. Hemoglobin concentration differs significantly in the 3rd day (p=0.012) compared to the 1st day postpartum. Total protein showed significant increase in the 3rd day (p=0.003) compared to the 1st day postpartum. Calcium concentration showed significant increase in the 9th day (p=0.002) compared to the 1st and the 3rd days postpartum. Progesterone concentration showed significant decrease in the 9th day (p=0.004) compared to the 1st and the 3rd days postpartum. The ultrasonographic imaging of the uterus and ovaries showed normal uterine involution and no abnormal secretions in the uterus. It is concluded that, clinical examination, hematological and biochemical profiles are very important tools for monitoring female camels during postpartum period. DOI10.14302/issn.2576-2818.jfb-17-1595 Transition period is an important part of the reproductive life of female camels due to its effect on future fertility1; it includes pre-partum and post-partum periods where many hematological and biochemical changes are observed. Most health disorders occur during the transition period resulting in severe economic losses2. In addition, the endocrine and metabolic changes associated with pregnancy, parturition and postpartum period are usually neglected during disease diagnosis3. The stressful condition during transition period and the decreased food intake with drop in the concentration of different blood constituents makes it very important in the animal’s life2, 4. Poor management during transition period might result in impairment of reproductive performance including delayed first service, long calving interval, relatively short breeding season and poor conception rate5, 6. Blood hematological and biochemical