Effect of Saffron (Crocus Sativus) Administration on Kidney Function in Normal Cats as Determined by Use of 99mTc-DTPA Renal Scintigraphy

Objective- To evaluate and compare kidney function with and without saffron administration and consider the diuretic and nephroprotective effects of aqueous extract of this substance in normal cats. Design- Descriptive study Animals- 6 female healthy cats (age: 2 to 4 years, average weight: 4 kg) -...

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Main Authors: Darioush Vosough, Samira Hosseini Hooshyar, Elahe Moini
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Iranian Veterinary Surgery Association (IVSA) 2014-12-01
Series:Iranian Journal of Veterinary Surgery
Subjects:
Cat
Online Access:http://www.ivsajournals.com/article_7764_797a4677163d10684d28b7ec880f49c0.pdf