L-asparagine supplementation of a stock diet in rats : it's effect on body weight and bone growth

Date
1972
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Authors
Gillary, Robert
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OA Version
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Abstract
The apparent growth-stimulating effect of L-asparagine as well as the growth inhibition of effect of L-asparaginase have been noted by several investigators. With this in mind, a study was undertaken to see if an elevated level of L-asparagine (0.5% would produce a "supergrowth" effect when added to Purina Laboratory Chow. Two groups of animals were used and respective weight gains were recorded on a regular basis. The animals were sacrificed at seven weeks and the weights (dry and ash) of the femur, tibia/fibula, and mandible were recorded. It was noted that there was no appreciable difference in weight gain or bone growth between the two groups. Therefore, it appears that although a certain amount of dietary L-asparagine is necessary for maximum growth, this requirement is met in the Purina Laboratory Chow. Supplementation beyond this level seems to have no effect on body weight or bone growth.
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Thesis (M.Sc.D.)--Boston University, School of Graduate Dentistry, 1972 (Orthodontics)
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