Methods for determining the feeding habits of an animal

Details Methods for determining the feeding habits of an animal Methods for determining the feeding habits of an animal

2006-11-01

2010-10-05

Wallenhorst, Maureen M (Department: 1797)

Chemistry: analytical and immunological testing

Lipids, triglycerides, cholesterol, or lipoproteins

C436S063000, C436S086000, C436S094000, C436S174000, C436S178000

Reexamination Certificate

active

07807469

ABSTRACT:
A method of determining whether an animal has ingested a plant of interest is provided. The method includes screening the animal for the presence of at least one indicator of a plant of interest.

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