10 Questions
What is the normal duration for the expulsion of fetal membranes in cattle?
3-8 hours
What is the time frame for placenta expulsion in sheep after delivery of the last lamb?
30-60 minutes
What is the primary mechanism of placenta release in cows after parturition?
Cotyledon proteolysis and decreased adhesiveness
What is the complication associated with decreased collagenase activity in cows?
ROP
What is the risk associated with retained fetal membranes in cows?
Metritis
What is the time frame for physiologic release of placenta in most cows?
3-6 hours
What is the duration for placenta expulsion in mares after birth?
15-60 minutes
What is the term for failure to expel fetal membranes within 24 hours after parturition in cattle?
Retained fetal membranes
What is the enzyme capable of reducing the specific viscosity of collagen?
Collagenase
What is the common postpartum complication in dairy cows following parturition?
ROP
Test your knowledge on the different stages of parturition in cattle, including the preparatory phase, expulsion of fetus, and expulsion of fetal membranes. Learn about the risks associated with retained fetal membranes, such as metritis, displaced abomasum, and mastitis.
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