ASSESSING SERUM ALBUMIN LEVELS IN QUAILS: IMPACT OF BORIC ACID SUPPLEMENTATION

Abstract

Boric acid, a water-soluble inorganic acid, has long been employed for pest control and as a fungistatic agent. However, its applications extend beyond these domains, finding significance in the ceramic and cosmetic industries. Recent years have witnessed a surge in studies exploring the medical potential of boric acid. It has been identified to play a pivotal role in various physiological processes, including immune response, endocrine regulation, and mineral and lipid metabolism. Moreover, boric acid demonstrates notable antioxidant properties, although the precise underlying mechanisms remain partially elucidated. Existing research suggests that boric acid treatment mitigates mitochondrial degeneration-induced inhibition of oxidative metabolism. Nevertheless, it's worth noting that at excessive doses, boric acid can induce oxidative stress in the reproductive system.