2024 Cilt 43 Sayı 1

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Detection of the effect of the KISS1 gene on reproductive parameters in Saanen goats
(Bursa Uludağ Üniversitesi, 2024-07-09) Dinçel, Deniz; Toker, Mehmed Berk; Doğan, İbrahim; DİNÇEL, DENİZ; TOKER, MEHMED BERK; DOĞAN, İBRAHİM
The KISS1 gene, which activates G protein-coupled receptor-54 (GPR54) and plays a crucial role in the neuroendocrine regulation of GnRH secretion, is known to encode a family of neuropeptides called kisspeptins. Therefore, the KISS1 gene is thought to be associated with sexual maturity, offspring development, and estrus. The g.2124T>A polymorphism of the KISS1 gene, is believed to affect the reproductive system, has been studied in Indonesian goat breeds, Damascus, Zarabi, Baladi, Gaddi, Kaligesing, Guanzong, Xinong Saanen and Boer goat breeds until now. These studies are generally related determining polymorphism frequencies or the effect of genotype on litter size. The study aims to determine the allele and genotype frequencies of the KISS1 gene g.2124T>A SNP by the PCR-RFLP method and define the relationship between the genotypic structures and reproductive parameters such as luteal growth, maximum corpus luteum diameter, and mating rate in Saanen goats (n=30). According to the results, the genotype frequencies in Saanen goats for the KISS1 gene g.2124T>A were 10.35%, 55.17%, and 34.48% for AA, TT and AT, respectively. Moreover, the genotypic structure did not have a statistically significant effect on the investigated fertility characteristics. The average values of expected heterozygosity (He), observed heterozygosity (Ho), the effective number of alleles (Ne), fixation index values (FIS), and the polymorphism information content (PIC) were 0.3996, 0.3448, 1.6655, 0.8629 and 0.855, respectively. The Hardy-Weinberg chi-square (χ2) value was found to be 0.5435. In conclusion, it was found necessary to study the KISS1 - g.2124T>A polymorphism in larger herds with different gene pools as a reason for the existence of genotypic variation and the narrow population size.
Experimental studies on the Siirt Herby Tulum Cheese: II. evaluation of a new ındustrial process model
(Bursa Uludağ Üniversitesi, 2024-07-10) Gülmez, Murat; Üner, Sefa; Bayhan, Kübranur Yıldız; Yok
This study was conducted to test a process that we had previously developed in parallel to the traditional Siirt Herby Cheese production method. Both raw and pasteurized Eve's milk were used parallelly in the study. Pasteurized milk was inoculated with an autochthonous starter culture which we have developed. After clot formation, breaking the clot, straining and acidification of curd by using acid whey, first pressing, adding herb and salt, and applying the second pressing stages were followed. Then, the cheese samples were packaged. No air gap was presented in the cheese containers. The entire production was completed within 24 hours. During the 120-d ripening period of the samples at 4 °C, pH was observed to be 5 and acidity was 0.7% (lactic acid). In raw milk cheese, pH was 6.8 and acidity was 1.12% at the end of the ripening period. It was determined that the method tested in this study was not recommendable for making raw milk cheese. The pasteurized milk cheese samples had at least 0.7 acidity, 5 pH, 20% fat and 20% protein; It was observed that at least 45% dry matter values could be obtained. However, the pasteurized milk cheese samples did not fully meet our expectations. The crumbling property of the cheese samples was not ideal just seen in the tradiditonal Tulum Cheeses of Türkiye. The slightly sticky and melted appearance was considered a negative property of the cheese and should be eliminated with more detailed work. Traditional production takes at least 10 d. This period may be long for industrial production. Raw milk is used in traditional production, and excessive salt is added to the cheese for hygiene purposes. Also, it is not easy to make a standard production. More research is needed to eliminate such negativities, and to recommend a valuable industrial process.
Identification of Enterococcus spp. and Lactococcus spp. strains ısolated from bovine mastitis by MALDI-TOF MS and evaluation of antimicrobial resistance profiles
(Bursa Uludağ Üniversitesi, 2024-04-16) Ötkün, Songül; Oğuz, Ayda Nur; Yıldırım, Ferhat; Tel, Yaşar; Yok
Mastitis is an important problem affecting animal health, welfare, and economy. Bacterial agents play a dominant role in the disease. The role of enterococcal and lactococcal species among environmental bacterial agents in mastitis has been underestimated due to inadequate identification. The aim of this study was to isolate and identify Enterococcus spp. and Lactococcus spp. from mastitic bovine milk and to evaluate the agents phenotypically in terms of antimicrobial resistance. A total of 108 milk samples from cattle with suspected mastitis were analyzed for enterococci and lactococci by standard microbiological techniques and matrix-assisted laser desorption/ionization time-of-flight mass spectrometry (MALDI-TOF MS). By standard microbiological methods, 38 (35%) Enterococcus spp. and 13 (12%) Lactococcus spp. were isolated and identified from 51 milk samples. In species-level identification with MALDI-TOF MS, six different enterococci and three different lactococci were identified within acceptable score ranges. In antibiogram tests performed with the standard Kirby-Bauer method using 10 antimicrobials, 26% of the Enterococcus spp. and 46% of the Lactococcus spp. were resistant to at least 50% of the antimicrobials tested. In Enterococcus spp., the highest resistance rates were observed for enrofloxacin (79%) and ampicillin + cloxacillin (71%), while the best sensitivity (100%) was obtained for penicillin and ampicillin. In Lactococcus spp., the highest resistance rate was observed for enrofloxacin (85%) and amoxicillin + clavulanic acid (70%) and the best sensitivity (100%) was obtained for penicillin, ampicillin, and gentamicin. As a result, it was concluded that the diversity and high rate of antimicrobial resistance of enterococcal and lactococcal species in mastitis isolates poses a serious potential threat to animal and public health.
Individual identification and assessment of genetic diversity using microsatellite markers in racing pigeons raised in Turkiye
(Bursa Uludağ Üniversitesi, 2024-06-05) Şentürk, Nursen; Taşkın, Sebahat Dilara; Çobanoğlu, Özden; Ardıclı, Sena; Şentürk, Nursen; Taşkın, Sebahat Dilara; ÇOBANOĞLU, ÖZDEN; ARDIÇLI, SENA
The implementation of a swift and economical molecular genetic approach, ensuring both efficacy and cost-effectiveness and facilitating population certification, is of utmost significance for breeders and the conservation of Turkiye's native pigeon biodiversity. In this study, we aimed to examine the genetic structure of racing pigeons (Columba livia domestica) raised in Turkiye using a genetic marker panel consisting of eight short tandem repeat (STR) loci. For this purpose, DNA was isolated from the shed feathers of 216 pigeons. Genomic DNA was amplified using the multiplex allele-specific PCR and subsequent capillary electrophoresis with ABI PRISM 3130XL Genetic Analyzer. Next, PCR products were analyzed in the GeneMapper Software program (Applied Biosystems). For parent testing, paternity index (PI), combined paternity index (CPI), and cumulative probability of paternity (CPP) were calculated. Furthermore, population genetic diversity was evaluated using heterozygosity (He), polymorphism information content (PIC), and Hardy–Weinberg equilibrium (HWE) testing. Results revealed that the total number of alleles is 81 and the number of alleles per locus varies between 4 and 19. The similarity rate between parent and offspring was calculated as 99.99% and above. Since no pedigree information was given when the samples were analyzed, obtaining this similarity ratio demonstrates the reliability of the panel. He values range from 0.362 to 0.919, and the PIC values range from 0.295 to 0.909. Loci PG-1, PG-2, and PG-3 show significant genetic diversity, with moderate to high PIC values reflecting varied allele frequencies in the population. Consequently, the set of seven STR markers (+ one sex marker) can be applied to identify and confirm parentage on a regular basis, thereby facilitating efficient breeding programs and ensuring genetic diversity conservation. This panel enables efficient pedigree analysis and gender determination, optimizing cost-effectiveness. The methodology presented in this study is ideal for pedigree analysis and breed certification in the Turkish pigeon breeding industry. Consequently, we affirm that the study data carries considerable national importance.
Macroscopic and microscopic development of the stomach in hamdani crossbred sheep fetuses (Ovis aries)
(Bursa Uludağ Üniversitesi, 2024-08-02) İşbilir, Fatma; İşbilir, İhsan; Atli, Muhammed Zahid Atli; Yavaş, Senem Esin; Yavaş, Özkan; Güzel, Barış Can; Yavaş, Senem Esin; YAVAŞ, ÖZKAN
The ruminant stomach is a critical digestive department in terms of converting low-quality feed into high nutrient-value substances. In these animals, there is a compound stomach structure with 4 compartments. Understanding the developmental structure of the stomach at macroscopic and microscopic levels is especially important in terms of nutrition. Türkiye can be considered one of the leading countries in the world in terms of sheep breeding. Our study aimed to investigate macroscopically and microscopically the developmental structures of the stomach of Hamdani crossbred sheep fetuses collected at different gestation periods. For this purpose, a total of 15 fetuses, 5 fetuses each from 3 different periods of pregnancy, were included in the study. The stomachs of the fetuses were dissected simultaneously and their topographic and macroscopic features were determined. After routine histological procedures, the stomachs separated from the body cavities were stained with Hematoxylin & Eosin and Masson Trichrome stains. As a result of the study, macroscopic and microscopic information about fetal development of the stomach was obtained. It was revealed macroscopically and microscopically that the rumen was the largest part of the stomach until the middle of the 2nd period of gestation, and that the abomasum grew rapidly at the end of this period and showed similar characteristics to the adult sheep stomach. The data of the study will contribute to macroscopic, microscopic, and ultrasonographic studies on the stomach in ruminant animals.

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