ABSTRACT
68The aim of this study was to evaluate the effectiveness of diets containing effective microorganisms (EM) in female goats. During five weeks of the experimental period, the weight of goats (kg), fecal egg count (FEC) (epg), anemic status (FAMACHA evaluation), hematological and biochemical parameters were analyzed. The results showed an increase in body weight (kg) and improved anemic status in EM-treated female goats (p > 0.05). Moreover, FEC showed a reduction in EM-treated group (p > 0.05). Hematological analysis demonstrated an elevation in red blood cell (RBC) and hematocrit (HCT) count but decrease in hemoglobin (Hb) count (p > 0.05). White blood cell (WBC) count remained within normal limits for all experimental groups (p > 0.05). Biochemical analysis showed decreased blood glucose and cholesterol (total cholesterol, triglycerides, and high-density lipoprotein) levels in EM treated groups. All experimental goats demonstrated normal total protein levels. In conclusion, EM promote fast growth performance, lower the worm burden, improve the anemic status, and improve essential blood metabolites in female goats.
