Evaluation of Pregnancy-Associated Glycoprotein (PAG) Levels for the Detection of Pseudopregnancy in Aleppo Goats

Aim to study: This study aimed to determine the PAG concentration based on pregnancy age in Aleppo goats and evaluate its usability in diagnosing pseudopregnancy. Material ve methods: The animal material of the study consisted of 70 Aleppo goats aged 2-5 years, each having given birth at least once. The goats were divided into seven groups according to the anamnesis provided by the owners and the B-mode ultrasonography examinations. Group 1 (n=10): One-month pregnant goats, Group 2 (n=10): Two-month pregnant goats, Group 3 (n=10): Three-month pregnant goats, Group 4 (n=10): Four-month pregnant goats, Group 5 (n=10): Five-month pregnant goats, Group 6 (n=10): Non-pregnant goats, and Group 7 (n=10): Pseudopregnant goats. Progesterone and PAG levels in the study groups were determined using commercial kits. The obtained data were analyzed using one-way ANOVA. Results: Significant differences were observed in the PAG and progesterone levels between the groups (P