Vol. 9, Issue 1, Part D (2024)

Author(s): PI Ganesan and Sravani G

Abstract: A clinical study on the prevalence of Mycobacterium avium subspecies paratuberculosis (MAP) was carried out in an organized livestock farm in buffalo population, Jamdoli, Rajasthan state using acid fast method, SID, ELISA followed by hemato-biochemical parameter studies. Out of 12 buffaloes one adult buffaloe showing weight loss was found positive with the above diagnostic tests. Detailed studies of this sub clinically infected buffaloe was carried out for hemato-biochemical variations for better management of the rest of the population of the livestock farm. The hematological and biochemical studies revealed significant decreases in RBCs, Hb concentration, PCV, and MCHC level and in the total protein and albumin contents respectively.