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Histological studies of changes in the magnum of the domestic hen associated with the production of ‘watery white’ eggs

1986; Taylor & Francis; Volume: 27; Issue: 2 Linguagem: Inglês

10.1080/00071668608416889

1466-1799

Maida F. Davidson,

Animal Nutrition and Physiology

Abnormalities in the magnum of hens producing eggs with 'watery whites' are described. The histological staining characteristics of the epithelium were altered and there was a decrease in the number of ciliated cells. The structure of the tubular gland cells was also changed, with an increase in the number of type-B cells.