Mammary gland : physiology and anatomy

Introduction

Learning objectives :

The objective of this distance learning course is to understand the basis of mammary gland: physiology and anatomy. A healthy mammary gland is one the basis to product commercialisable dairy products, in terms of quality and quantity. Also calves, the futures heifers, are depending of the mammary gland, via the colostrum and milk. To understand the basis of the working of mammary gland is essential to a good performance of dairy farmers.

Basic knowledge in physiology of mammary gland will aim the development the students' capacity to dialogue with farmers, veterinarian and others professionals of dairy sector.

The content of this brick is:

  • Anatomy of mammary gland;

  • Neural system of the mammary gland;

  • Blood supply;

  • Galactopoiesis;

  • Lactation curve;

  • Dry Period.

The contents of this distance learning course were adapted from: “Principles of dairy science” (Schmidt, Van Vleck and Hutjens, 1988), “The lactation Biology” (Hurley, 2010).

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