| Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5539435 | Aquaculture | 2017 | 9 Pages |
Abstract
This study reports the use of natural compounds for prophylactic purposes as an alternative to chemical antibiotics, whose hazardous consequences regarding environmental and health questions have been reported. Streptococcus agalactiae is a highly pathogenic and potentially zoonotic bacteria affecting farmed tilapia. The tested compounds proved to enhance the growth and immune response of fish against S. agalactiae.
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Authors
Aline Brum, Scheila Anelise Pereira, Marco Shizuo Owatari, Edsandra Campos Chagas, Francisco Célio Maia Chaves, José Luiz Pedreira Mouriño, MaurÃcio Laterça Martins,