The potential Enhancing Effect of both Phytase and β-xylanase Enzymes on Performance, Bone Mineralization and Nutrient Absorption in Broiler Chicken

The response to dietary fortification of both phytase and β-xylanase enzymes was investigated in broilers (Ross 308, No.=300) that were allocated into 3 different treatments; control (G1) was fed the basal diet only, the second group (G2) was fed the basal diet supplemented with 100 g/ton feed phytase 5000 FTU in combination with 250 g /ton feed β-xylanase, while the third group (G3) was fed the basal diet fortified with 50 g/ton feed phytase 10000 FTU plus 250 g /ton feed β-xylanase. When compared to the control diet, our results exhibited that co-feeding either Phytase 5000 or 10000 FTU with xylanase improved both growth performance and feed utilization. Moreover, tibia Ca and P% were significantly higher (P ≤ 0.05) when diets were supplemented with phytase 5000 and phytase 10000 FTU in comparison to control group indicating that each product could improve bioavailability of these minerals. Serum phosphorus (P) was greater with phytase inclusions in both doses, when compared to the control group (P ≤ 0.05). Microscopical examination revealed a significant increase in the villus height of duodenum and jejunum of phytase and xylanase combination treated groups in a concentration dependent manner, when compared with the control group. Chemical examination of litter disclosed an improvement in litter moisture, reduced total nitrogen (N), and phosphorus percent in groups supplemented with phytase and xylanase enzymes. In conclusion, the use of combined supplementation of xylanase and phytase (5000 or 10000 FTU) could improve growth performance, P metabolism, bone mineralization and the intestinal nutrient absorption of broiler chicken.