Comparison between two methods of scorpion venom milking in Morocco
J. venom. anim. toxins incl. trop. dis
; J. venom. anim. toxins incl. trop. dis;19: 1-5, maio 2013. ilus, tab
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ABSTRACT
Background The present study compared two methods used successfully in a large-scale program for the collection of scorpion venoms, namely the milking of adult scorpions via manual and electrical stimulation. Results Our immunobiochemical characterizations clearly demonstrate that regularly applied electrical stimulation obtains scorpion venom more easily and, most importantly, in greater quantity. Qualitatively, the electrically collected venom showed lack of hemolymph contaminants such as hemocyanin. In contrast, manual obtainment of venom subjects scorpions to maximal trauma, leading to hemocyanin secretion. Our study highlighted the importance of reducing scorpion trauma during venom milking. Conclusions In conclusion, to produce high quality antivenom with specific antibodies, it is necessary to collect venom by the gentler electrical stimulation method.(AU)
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Assunto principal:
Venenos de Escorpião
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Escorpiões
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Antivenenos
Limite:
Animals
País como assunto:
Africa
Idioma:
En
Ano de publicação:
2013
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Article