Influence of various photoperiods on stress hormone production, immune function, and hematological parameters in ICR mice.
10.14405/kjvr.2015.55.2.111
- Author:
Seung Hyu PARK
1
;
Il Gyue KIM
;
Hyung Chan KIM
;
Mi Jeong GANG
;
Song Ee SON
;
Hu Jang LEE
Author Information
1. Uiryeong High School, Uiryeong 936-803, Korea.
- Publication Type:Original Article
- Keywords:
cortisol;
hematological parameters;
ICR mice;
IgG;
photoperiod
- MeSH:
Animals;
Body Weight;
Erythrocytes;
Humans;
Hydrocortisone;
Immunoglobulin G;
Leukocytes;
Male;
Mice;
Mice, Inbred ICR*;
Photoperiod*
- From:Korean Journal of Veterinary Research
2015;55(2):111-116
- CountryRepublic of Korea
- Language:Korean
-
Abstract:
In the present study, the effects of different photoperiods on stress, immunity, and hematological parameters in ICR mice were evaluated. Fifty male ICR mice 7 weeks old (body weight, 27.3 +/- 2.5 g) were divided into five groups: DP-0 (0/24-h light/dark cycle), DP-6 (6/18-h light/dark cycle), DP-12 (12/12-h light/dark cycle), DP-18 (18/ 6-h light/dark cycle), and DP-24 (24/0-h light/dark cycle). During the experimental period, no significant differences in body weight or feed intake were observed between the groups. Hematological analysis revealed that white blood cell, red blood cell, and hemoglobin values for the DP-0 group were significantly different compared to those of the other groups. After 28 days, no significant difference in serum cortisol concentration was observed among the groups, but serum cortisol levels increased in a light exposure-dependent manner. Total serum immunoglobulin G (IgG) concentrations of the DP-0 and PD-6 groups were significantly increased compared to those of the other groups (P < 0.05), and serum total IgG levels decreased in a light exposure-dependent manner. Results of the present study indicated that various photoperiods affect hematological parameters and total serum IgG levels in ICR mice while having no significant effects on body weight, feed intake, or cortisol levels.
