Cleidoic eggs possess very efficient and orchestrated systems to protect the embryo from
external microbes until hatch. The cuticle is a proteinaceous layer on the shell surface in …

The remarkable reproductive success of avian species relies upon the integrated defensive
features of the eggshell, acellular membranes, physicochemical characteristics, and …

Chicken eggs play an important role as food resources in the world. Although genetic effects
on yolk and albumen contents have been reported, the number of chicken genotypes …

Using a variety of genetic resources, the aim of this study is to see how genetic background
affects egg traits in chickens. Three different chicken genotypes (a commercial Brown layer …

Background Avian eggs have a proteinaceous cuticle. The quantity of cuticle varies and the
deposition of a good cuticle in the uterus (Shell-gland) prevents transmission of bacteria to …

There are growing demands globally to use safe, efficacious and environmentally friendly
sanitizers for post-harvest treatment of fresh produce to reduce or eliminate spoilage and …

The cuticle formed in the uterus is the outermost layer as the first defense line of eggshell
against microbial invasions in most avian species, and analyzing its genetic regulation and …

The importance of egg natural defences to prevent bacterial contamination and their relation
with hen age in extended production cycles were evaluated. Egg-white from eggs of different …

Improving eggshell quality in poultry is a key breeding goal, and identifying genetic markers
that regulate eggshell calcification is essential for accelerating genetic advancements. This …

The cuticle covering the outer surface of an eggshell functions as both a physical and
chemical barrier against invading microorganisms. Contamination of eggs by microbial …