Abstract:The present study involved a blood glucose, hormonal profile, and insulin resistance evaluation in sheep from conception until 48 h postpartum. A total of 60 healthy Dorper ewes, raised under semi-intensive management were included in the study. Two experimental groups were applied: G1, single pregnancy (n = 30) and G2, twin pregnancy (n = 30). The experimental time points were immediately after fixed-time artificial insemination; at 30 d, 90 d, 120 d, 130 d, and 140 d of pregnancy; on the delivery day (DD); a… Show more
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