Non-invasive measurement of glucocorticoids : The reptile perspective
Carbajal, Annaïs (Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona. Departament de Sanitat i d'Anatomia Animals)
Serres Corral, Paula (Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona. Departament de Sanitat i d'Anatomia Animals)
Olvera-Maneu, Sergi (University of Nicosia)
López Béjar, Manel (Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona. Departament de Sanitat i d'Anatomia Animals)

Date:	2024
Abstract:	Recent advancements in stress physiology, driven by the relevance of the stress response in animal welfare and conservation, have focused on alternative techniques beyond blood sampling for measuring glucocorticoids (GC). While blood samples have been traditionally used, practical and ethical concerns have spurred exploration into minimally invasive media like saliva, feces, milk, hair, and feathers. This review addresses the dearth of research on reptile endocrinology, offering insights into measuring GC or their metabolites in reptiles through various biological tissues. It underscores the importance of considering temporal dynamics in stress response evaluation and advocates for further exploration of alternative tools to enhance our understanding of reptilian stress responses.
Note:	Altres ajuts: acords transformatius de la UAB
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Language:	Anglès
Document:	Ressenya ; recerca ; Versió publicada
Subject:	Conservation physiology ; Corticosterone ; Cortisol ; HPA axis ; Lizards ; Stress ; Snakes ; Testudines
Published in:	Journal of zoology, 2024 , ISSN 1469-7998

DOI: 10.1111/jzo.13157

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