Which blood metabolite is commonly used to assess subclinical ketosis in a dairy cow?
Correct answer: D. Beta-hydroxybutyrate
- A. Alkaline phosphatase
- B. Urea nitrogen only
- C. Creatine kinase
- D. Beta-hydroxybutyrate
Explanation
Beta-hydroxybutyrate is a ketone body that rises when a cow mobilizes excessive body fat after calving. Urea nitrogen mainly reflects protein and energy balance, while the other choices are not the standard ketosis indicator.
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