Effects of exogenous growth hormone on milk production and nutrient uptake by muscle and mammary tissues of dairy cows in mid-lactation
1987
McDowell, G.H. | Gooden, J.M. | Leenanuruksa, D. | Jois, M. (Sydney Univ., Camden (Australia). Dept. of Animal Husbandry) | English, A.W. (Sydney Univ., Camden (Australia). Dept. of Veterinary Clinical Studies)
During administration of growth hormone milk yield, milk fat content and yields of milk fat protein and lactose increased. Growth hormone affects supply to and utilization of key nutrients by tissues, resulting in the supply to the mammory gland of additional precursors for milk synthesis.
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