LPM-0033
QUESTION
First milk obtained immediately after calving is known as?
OPTIONS
(A) Colostrum
(B) Meconium
(C) Whole milk
(D) Normal milk
ANSWER
(A) Colostrum
EXPLANATION
The first secretion of the mammary gland obtained immediately after calving is called colostrum. It is rich in immunoglobulins, protein, vitamins and other protective factors and is essential for passive immunity in the newborn calf. Meconium is the first fecal material, while whole milk and normal milk refer to later lacteal secretions.
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