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Bone properties are adapted to their specific functions in the animal, so various types of bones develop different characteristics depending on their location in the skeleton.The aim of this research was to compare the chemical composition, crystalline characteristics and structural organisation in tibiotarsus, humerus and keel bones as representatives of hen skeletal mineralisation. Complementary analytical techniques, such as X-ray radiography, optical and electron microscopy, thermogravimetry and 2D X-ray diffraction, were used for characterisation.The humerus had a thinner cortex and cortical bone mineral had higher crystallinity and a greater degree of crystal orientation than the tibiotarsus. The humerus generally lacks medullary bone although, when present, it has a more mineral content than seen in the tibiotarsus. These differences were attributed to the different forces that stimulate bone formation and remodelling.The keel cortical bone had a lower degree of mineralisation than the tibiotarsus or humerus. Its degree of mineralisation decreased from the cranial to the distal end of the bone. This gradient may affect keel mechanical properties, making it more prone to deformation and fractures.Data from studying different bones in laying hens can help to understand mineralisation as well as finding solutions to prevent osteoporosis-related fractures.
Original language | English |
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Journal | British Poultry Science |
Early online date | 18 Jun 2021 |
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Publication status | E-pub ahead of print - 18 Jun 2021 |
Keywords / Materials (for Non-textual outputs)
- Tibiotarsus
- humerus
- keel
- bone
- laying hens
- Morphology
- biochemistry
- structure
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Lack of genetic correlation between laying hen bone quality and egg production suggests egg number may not explain bone quality.
Ian Dunn (Keynote speaker)
8 Feb 2022Activity: Academic talk or presentation types › Invited talk