Effects of Supplemental Selenium Source (Feed vs. Water) on Hematology, Serum Biochemistry, and Stress Biomarkers in Uda Rams

Key Points

• To examine how different sources of selenium (feed vs. water) affect hematology, serum biochemistry, and stress biomarkers in Uda rams.
• Comparison of selenium sources (feed vs. water) in Uda rams
• Assessment of hematological parameters
• Measurement of serum biochemistry
• Evaluation of stress biomarkers
• Notable differences were observed in hematological parameters based on the selenium source
• Differences in specific serum biochemistry values were documented
• Variations in stress biomarker levels suggest impact from selenium source