Abstract
Variations in apoprotein B hepatic expression were evaluated during lactation in dairy cows. Apoprotein B mRNA levels were significantly decreased in early lactation and this was accompanied by triglyceride accumulation in the liver.
MeSH terms
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Animals
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Apolipoproteins B / genetics*
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Cattle / genetics*
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Female
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Gene Expression Regulation*
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Lactation / physiology*
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Liver / analysis
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Liver / physiology*
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Pregnancy
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RNA, Messenger / analysis
Substances
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Apolipoproteins B
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RNA, Messenger