Vitamin B12 and its binding proteins in the serum of some wild game species

S Afr J Med Sci. 1975;40(1):9-13.

Abstract

The concentration of vitamin B12 and its binding proteins was measured in the impala, nyala, wildebeest, zebra, bushpig, warthog, and rhino, all existing in their natural state. Marked differences were found between some species. The variations observed are probably true species differences, unrelated to environmental factors.

Publication types

  • Comparative Study

MeSH terms

  • Animals
  • Antelopes / blood*
  • Artiodactyla / blood*
  • Carrier Proteins / blood*
  • Perissodactyla / blood*
  • Species Specificity
  • Swine / blood*
  • Vitamin B 12 / blood*

Substances

  • Carrier Proteins
  • Vitamin B 12