The Babesia is one of the most important parasites transmitted by hard ticks and is responsible for high infection and mortality rates in sheep herds in various countries of the world. The current study included the diagnosis of the Babesia parasite in 260 blood samples collected from sheep from different areas of the city of Mosul. Thin blood smears were prepared from them, stained with the Giemsa stain, and examined by using the light microscope. The Babesia species was diagnosed in 112 blood samples, with a total infection rate of 43.07%. Two species of Babesia were diagnosed: The large-sized Babesia (Babesia motasi) with a measurement rate of (3.76±0.83) x (2.39±0.78) and a range of (2.5-5) x (1-5) microns and small sized Babesia (Babesia ovis) with a measurement rate of 1.81±0.58 x (1.1±0.47) microns, with a range of (1-2.5) x (1.1-2.1) microns. The current study also included the possibility of using the fluorescent Acridine orange stain (AO) to stain 50 sheep blood samples. This stain was distinguished by its easily and speed in diagnosing infection with the Babesia parasite in blood smears within two minutes. This stain is useful in survey and epidemiological studies, but it is not useful in the specific identification of the parasite

Dried clove powder (Eugenia caryophyllata) was purchased from a local traditional market, while Alfalfa (Medicago sativa) was sourced from natural farming. Water extracts of both cloves and Alfalfa powder were obtained using a Soxhlet apparatus, and the extracts were then freeze-dried. These extracts were utilised as natural antioxidants. Common carp (Cyprinus carpio L.) were purchased from a local market and transported alive to the laboratory. After chilling for 24 hours, fish fillets were removed from the refrigerator and cut into uniform pieces (3×3×3 cm). These pieces were randomly assigned to four treatments for each additive. Fish samples were immersed in 100 ml of antioxidant solution at concentrations of 0% (control), 0.5%, 1%, 1.5%, and 2% of clove, Iranian alfalfa, and local alfalfa extract solutions, respectively, and left at room temperature for one hour. The control treatment (T1) without any supplements showed significantly higher levels of lipid oxidation and pH compared to the other treatments. The addition of 2% clove significantly affected moisture%, showing the lowest value, while significantly increasing water holding capacity%. The cooking loss percentage was significantly higher in the control and Iranian alfalfa treatments compared to the other treatments. The control treatment also showed significantly higher Mb (myoglobin) and Met-Mb% (metmyoglobin) compared to the other treatments. There were no significant differences (p<0.01) observed in terms of flavour, tenderness, or overall acceptability. Iranian Alfalfa and the control treatment were significantly higher (p<0.01) in fish meat colour.

The current study aimed to investigate the impact of adding an alcoholic extract of Eruca sativa seeds and lead acetate to drinking water on some biochemical blood parameters and liver histological changes of broiler chickens. A total of 144 one-day-old Ross 308 broiler chicks, with an initial weight of 40 grams, were randomly distributed into four treatments (each treatment included 36 birds) with three replicates for each (12 birds per replicate). The first treatment was the control group (without any addition); the second treatment added 350 mg of lead acetate per liter of drinking water; the third treatment added 250 mg of the alcoholic extract of Eruca sativa seeds per liter of drinking water, and the fourth treatment added 350 mg of lead acetate and 250 mg of the alcoholic extract of Eruca sativa seeds per liter of drinking water. The results indicated a significant increase (p≤ 0.05) in the total protein and globulin concentration in the third treatment. In contrast, a significant decrease (p≤ 0.05) in the total protein and globulin concentration was observed in the second treatment compared to the other treatments. Aspartate aminotransferase (AST) and alanine aminotransferase (ALT) were significantly (p≤ 0.05) increased in the second treatment compared to other treatments. A significantly higher (p≤ 0.05) amount of lead concentration was found in the blood serum, breast muscle, liver, and feces of second treatment. On the other hand, these parameters were significantly (p≤ 0.05) decreased in the third treatment compared to the others.

the aim of studying the effect of the Cordyceps militaris supplement in the feed on the growth performance of Japanese quail. This study used 180 unsexed Japanese quail chicks, one day old and with an initial weight of 10.3 - 8.8 grams. They were randomly distributed into 4 treatments. Each treatment had three replicates, and each replicate had 15 chicks in cages containing a battery. The current study included experimental period from (1-42) days for the chicks. The transactions were as follows: T1: Control treatment (without any addition), T2: Treatment of adding Cordyceps militaris 1 mg/kg feed, T3: Treatment of adding Cordyceps militaris 2 mg/kg feed.T4: Treatment of adding Cordyceps militaris 4 mg/kg feed. Production characteristics were measured, such as average weekly live body weight and average weekly feed consumption. The weekly and cumulative weight gain rate and the weekly and cumulative food conversion factor. The results of this study showed the following: The highest significant difference (P ≤ 0.05) was obtained for adding the Cordyceps militaris fungus 4 mg/kg feed in the average weekly live body weight, the cumulative weight gain rates, rate of cumulative feed consumption &The rate of feed conversion factor recorded a significant improvement of Japanese quail compared to the other treatments and the control group that recorded the lowest levels in this trait

Damage to articular cartilage can ultimately lead to osteoarthritis, a debilitating degenerative joint disease. Treating cartilage damage is difficult because cartilage has a limited ability to heal itself and because currently available treatments are limited. Nano-fat tissue, a specific type of adipose tissue, comprises the greatest concentration of MSCs, fibroblasts, and pericytes. This study was conducted to evaluate the efficacy of Nano-fat on healing of articular cartilage in dogs. Methods Ten healthy adult mongrel dogs were used in current study, The dogs were divided into two equal groups (n = 5), Group I (the control group) was left without treatment. While group II (the nano-fat group) was treated by the application of nano-fat.Result, showed that the signs of mineralization occur in the peripheral portion, particularly in the edges near the trochlear groove of joint, while operation site of control group was filled with collagen fibres, and newly generated blood vessels are evident and numerous. Control group was not featuring cartilage regeneration Conclusion, Nano-fat used as a treatment can effectively enhance articular cartilage regeneration, enhance the newly generated blood vessels and accelerate the inflammatory process.

There is need to knowledge geographic distribution of CRIMEAN–CONGO HAEMORRHAGIC FEVER virus (CCHV) in Iraqi cities so this study take place in different region in Basrah to detect viral antibodies. Specific serological indirect ELISA using to determined IgG antibodies against CCHF virus. Blood samples were collected from large ruminants from buffalo, cows, and calves starting from June to the end of September 2023. Results showed presence of IGg antibodies were found at a rate of 42.44% from 172 cattle (73) positive. Titers of IGg was high among females compare male and highly antibody recorded in older animals 2-3 years compare with less than 2 years. According to the regions Abo-alkaseeb has been highly infected animals out of 57cases 33(64.7%) positive. Samples of hard and soft ticks were collected from Basrah governorate, were classified to the family Ixodidae ticks include three species, including: Rhipicephalus sanguineus, Hyalomma anatolicum and Hyalomma truncatum. The widespread type is the Hyalomma type. The presence of the virus has been found in animals in which there are more ticks than in animals that are tick-free. These results suggest that is (CCHV) widespread in the cattle populations southern of Iraq.

The current study was performed to investigate the ability of propolis as natural preservative of buffalo milk against contamination by Escherichia coli. Here, 100 milk samples were collected from buffalo and transported in icebox to a laboratory. These samples were subjected to bacterial cultivation and diagnostic tests, to recover E. coli from the milk samples and to test its antibiotic susceptibility profile. Each isolate was subjected to virulence gene- and 16S rRNA gene-based PCRs and sequencing. The propolis, collected from honey bee colonies, was exposed to an extraction process and GC mass analysis. For the preservation experiment, finely-ground propolis was prepared with different concentrations (10mg,20mg, and 40mg). Each concentration was added to 1 ml of milk with a control 1ml of milk with no propolis. After that, all milk groups were placed in 5±1 °C for 10 days. Later, bacterial count was done at zero-time, 3 days, 7 days, and 10 days to identify the bacterial contamination. E. coli was detected in the milk samples before adding propolis as confirmed by the PCR. The bacterium demonstrated high sensitivity to gentamycin (18.66±0.88mm) and amikacin (15.66±0.33mm) with very low sensitivity that reached 0 mm in amoxicillin and tetracycline. The finding of the bacterial counts revealed significant (p<0.05) protection against bacterial growth, especially at high concentrations. The sequencing revealed distinct but close similarity with world isolates of E. coli. The gene expression of the virulence genes was seen significantly (p<0.05) affected by propolis. The study demonstrates that the propolis protects against bacterial growth.

This project was conducted in Health and Medical Technical College's laboratories of Al-Forat Al-Awsat Technical University in 2021. The study was dealt 370 oocytes collected from 19 three years old cows by using dissecting process. The gathered oocytes were transferred hastily to a test tubes contains m-PBS prelude for incubation by modified in vitro technique 2000, which supplemented with 5% Co2 gas state for 26 hour at 37oc. The gained consequences led to 20% maturation occurred for the second metaphase after applying m-PBS and staining with orcein stain. Statistics supports our hypothesis. The outcomes for this study is that incubation of B. indicus oocytes in vitro by modified technique 2000 with using m-PBS culture media will established a success and promising in maturation rates. This project was conducted in Health and Medical Technical College's laboratories of Al-Forat Al-Awsat Technical University in 2021. The study was dealt 370 oocytes collected from 19 three years old cows by using dissecting process. The gathered oocytes were transferred hastily to a test tubes contains m-PBS prelude for incubation by modified in vitro technique 2000, which supplemented with 5% Co2 gas state for 26 hour at 37oc. The gained consequences led to 20% maturation occurred for the second metaphase after applying m-PBS and staining with orcein stain. Statistics supports our hypothesis. The outcomes for this study is that incubation of B. indicus oocytes in vitro by modified technique 2000 with using m-PBS culture media will established a success and promising in maturation rates.

Aeromonas species are facultatively anaerobic, Gram-negative, rod-shaped, non-spore-forming, oxidase-positive bacteria they are divided into the non-motile psychrophilic aeromonads and the motile mesophilic aeromonads. Due to the possibility that phenotypic identification techniques may not correctly identify some of the species, the taxonomy of this genus is complicated. Most Aeromonas strains are fish infections that cause hemorrhagic septicemia, which frequently increases mortality and causes large financial losses in aquaculture. Often linked to fish disease and mortality are A. caviae, A. hydrophila, A. sobria, A. salmonicida, and A. veronii. These bacteria are commonly found in freshwater, soil and agricultural produce. The genus Aeromonas belongs to the Aeromonadaceae family and comprises a group of these bacteria widely distributed in aquatic environments, with some species able to cause disease in fish, other aquatic animals, and humans. However, bacteria of this genus are isolated from many other habitats, environments, and food products which has been recognized as an important pathogenic species in aquaculture that causes motile Aeromonas septicemia, red spot diseases, infectious dropsy and Furunculosis. Although vaccination is the ideal strategy to avoid infectious diseases. Gastroenteritis, bacteremia, and wound infections have dominated since aeromonads were first linked to human disease. Based on current information about the ecology, epidemiology, and pathogenicity of the genus Aeromonas, we should assume that these bacteria produce a great health problem in the future. This review's objectives are to ascertain how Aeromonas affects aquaculture and human health as well as how to prevent it.

Objective, The purpose of this experiment is to study the circadian rhythm of common liver function tests. Materials and Methods, Ten adult sheep (male and female) were divided into two groups, T1 (male) and T2 (fe-male), and placed in two separate rooms. Serum was isolated from T1 and T2 blood samples taken at 7, 12 A.M. and 12 P.M hours, respectively.Results, Serum alanine aminotransferase (ALT) and creatinine levels in both groups increased significantly during daylight hours (12:00). The aspartate aminotransferase (AST) showed a different value in a male that increased significantly at 12 A.M. but in a fe-male that was elevated at 7 A.M. as compared with other times. Serum urea concentra-tion during the night hours was expressed at a high level in both males and females as compared to the concentration during the day hours. In addition, the results show differences in variation between males and females. There is a significant increase in ALT, urea and creatinine in females (T2) as compared with males (T1) during the day and night hours. Furthermore, at 12 A.M. and 12 P.M., males had significantly higher AST levels than females Conclusion, liver functions cause variations between day and night hours as well as between males and females because of metabolism and activities. Comprehensive study is required to reduce and overlap this stress.