Effects and Regulatory Mechanisms of Trace Element Selenium on Animal Intestinal Health
The intestinal tract is an important digestive,absorption and immune organ of animals,and it is also an important defense line against pathogenic microorganisms and harmful substances.Selenium is an essential trace element for maintaining animal health.In livestock and poultry production,dietary selenium is of great significance for improving intestinal health of livestock and poultry.In this paper,the research progress of dif-ferent selenium sources on the regulation of intestinal health in livestock and poultry was reviewed in order to provide reference for further understanding and scientific use of trace element selenium.[Chinese Journal of Animal Nutrition,2024,36(6):3425-3437]