On Thu, 11 Jan 1996, John Cherwonogrodzky wrote:
> Dear Chris Jones:
> I'm not an immunologist either. However, I believe that shortly after
> piglets are born, they do not have stomach acid and absorb proteins readily
> through their mucosal linings hence they readily absorb colostrum and hence
> the maternal antibodies. Provided it is early enough, feeding them plasma
> which may contain antibodies may also give passive immunity (similar to
> injections of GammaGlobulin for world travellers that need general immunity to
> a wide range of agents). Take care...John
Sorry if I misunderstood. Can neonate take up antibodies into the systemic?
It should depend upon what type of antibody is. However if you meant by
antibodies in the GIT they might work for proper antigens.
my 2 cents
Cheol H. Yun
Animal Biotechnology Centre
Department of Animal & Poultry Science
University of Saskatchewan
Saskatoon, SK S7N 5B5
Canada
