VPT 421: Veterinary Toxicology (2+0)

FACTORS AFFECTING TOXICITY

• Non-ruminants are less susceptible.
• The susceptibility of ruminants depends on several factors.
  • When the intake of copper decreases, tolerance to molybdenum toxicity decreases.
  • High dietary content of sulphate with low copper increases toxicity.
  • Water soluble form of molybdenum is more toxic.
  • Cattle are less tolerant than sheep.
  • Young animals are more susceptible than old.