Hematobiochemical profiles, mineral concentrations and oxidative stress indicators in beef cattle with pica

Abstract

Highlights: Pica or is defined as the ingestion of non-nutritive substances As a result of this several disorders may occur such as reticuloperitonitis traumatica, poisonings, toxications or digestive system obstructions. Serum iron, copper and selenium deficiency with decreased antioxidant capacity may cause the symptoms of pica disorders in beef cattle.