Hematology and Biochemical Reference Intervals for Free-ranging Pronghorn (Antilocapra americana) in West Texas

This study established hematological and biochemical reference intervals for free-ranging pronghorns in Texas, aiming to create a health monitoring tool for restoration efforts. The research analyzed blood samples from 417 pronghorns, finding that while factors like sex, age, and pathogen exposure affected blood values, they didn’t necessitate separate reference intervals. It also revealed high rates of viral infections among the sampled population.

Citation

Reeves, A.M., S.S. Gray, L.A. Harveson, C.D. Hilton, C.M. Springer, W.C. Conway, and B. Dittmar, II.  2024.  Hematology and biochemical reference intervals for free-ranging pronghorn (Antilocapra americana) in West Texas.  Journal of Zoo and Wildlife Medicine https://doi.org/10.1638/2023-0119 (East Foundation Manuscript 108)

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