Comparison between two methods of scorpion venom milking in Morocco
J. venom. anim. toxins incl. trop. dis
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19: 1-5, maio 2013. ilus, tab
Article
in English
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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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Main subject:
Scorpion Venoms
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Scorpions
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Antivenins
Limits:
Animals
Country/Region as subject:
Africa
Language:
English
Journal:
J. venom. anim. toxins incl. trop. dis
Journal subject:
Toxicology
Year:
2013
Type:
Article
Affiliation country:
Mexico
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Morocco
Institution/Affiliation country:
National Autonomous University of Mexico/MX
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Pasteur Institute of Morocco/MA
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