Residual Ochratoxin-A in Rabbit Tissues Following Experimental Intoxication

Authors

  • M. S. Mir Indian Veterinary Research Institute, Izatnagar-243122 (U.P)
  • P. Dwivedi Indian Veterinary Research Institute, Izatnagar-243122 (U.P)

Keywords:

Ochratoxin- A, residues, rabbit

Abstract

The residual effects of OT-A was evaluated in  eight weeks old, New Zealand White rabbits,  weighing 350 to 400 gm. Continuous feeding of  OT-A @ 1000 and 2000 ppb, resulted in  accumulation and building up of OT-A  concentration in different tissues with highest  toxin concentration in blood followed by kidneys,  liver and muscles. In the follow-up experiment, OT-A residue was detected in the tissues even up to 4 weeks after withdrawal from diet following 3 weeks exposure. 

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Published

2012-12-31

Issue

Vol. 7 No. 1

Section

Research Articles