This study was carried out at Hamah Research Centre during 2014/ 2015 season
on Shami goat flock (25 heads) in late pregnancy to determine some indicators of
pregnancy toxemia in Shami goat. The blood samples were taken from both groups
at differe
nt stages of late pregnancy to be used in several biochemistry tests (BHB,
NEFA, glucose, total protein, albumin and triglyceride). The blood tests showed a
significant increase (p≤0.01- 0.001) in BHB and NEFA, and a significant decrease
(p≤0.05) in glucose during 2- 3 weeks antepartum, but one week antepartum for
the albumin. But regarding triglyceride it was high (p≤0.05) during 1- 3 weeks
antepartum. It was noticed a trend to acidic pH in urine of the tested animals.
Also, the acetone was positive (+++) one week before partum. In conclusion, it is
important to evaluate some clinical and biochemical parameters, besides acetone
and pH estimation in urine for the early diagnosis of risks of pregnancy toxemia
in Shami goat’s prior the birth time. This can give time for owners to take some
protection procedures.
