How could it be quantitatively assessed the intestinal health of post-weaned piglets?
Lactobacilli have a role in the digestion of nutrients, mucosal protection and competing with pathogenic bacteria such as coliforms. A lactobacillus: coliform ratio of less than 1.3 indicates a high risk of diarrhea.
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