Contains a collection of existing, expert data summarizing the composition of milk. Summarizes current information on all aspects of human and bovine milk, including sampling, storage, and composition. Specific chapters cover major and minor components of milk such as protein, carbohydrates, lipids, electrolytes, minerals, vitamins, and hormones. Also features comprehensive coverage of compartmentation, host-defense components, factors affecting composition, composition of commercial formulas, and contaminants