Detection of Cadmium in Mineral Salt Commercial Mixtures for Beef Cattle
Journal of Veterinary Science
;
: 141-144, 2002.
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em Inglês
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ABSTRACT
The cadmium concentrations in mineral mixtures used in beef cattle feed in the states of Sao Paulo and Parana, Brazil was measured. The cadmium concentration was determined by inductively coupled plasma atomic emission spectrometry. Of the 36 analyzed samples, 35 had values > 0.5 ppm (range 0.5 to 11.2 ppm), which is the maximum concentration recommended [4, 18]. These findings show the necessity for careful industrial monitoring, as some mineral mixtures contain sufficient cadmium to cause toxicity in animals.
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Assunto principal:
Análise Espectral
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Brasil
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Cádmio
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Ração Animal
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Minerais
Tipo de estudo:
Estudo diagnóstico
Limite:
Animais
País/Região como assunto:
América do Sul
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Brasil
Idioma:
Inglês
Revista:
Journal of Veterinary Science
Ano de publicação:
2002
Tipo de documento:
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