The effects of copper-loaded montmorillonite on intestinal morphology, microbiota, barrier function, antioxidant capacity, and gut-related gene expression in broilers

Intestinal health is pivotal in modern poultry production, profoundly influencing growth performance and disease resistance. This study evaluated copper-loaded montmorillonite (Cu-MMT) as a novel feed additive to enhance gut health in broilers. A 21-day experiment was conducted using 270 one-day-old...

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Main Authors: Xinru Hu, Yiwen Rao, Peiqianng Yuan, Xingyong Chen, Cheng Zhang
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Elsevier 2025-10-01
Series:Poultry Science
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Online Access:http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0032579125008491
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