What research has been conducted to show how functional proteins work?
Extensive research has been conducted by scientific professionals around the world and new information about Proteiva Functional Proteins continues to surface. See the big picture by reviewing our summary of research over the last 20 years, based on application.What is globulin protein?
Globulin protein plays an important part in an animal's complex immune system. Globulin protein is made up of a complex mixture of biologically active proteins including, but not limited to various immunoglobulins such as IgA, IgG and IgM.What are functional proteins?
Functional proteins are proteins that do more than just provide nutrition - they retain biological activity within the animal. Extensive research of functional proteins has been conducted as they relate to possible gastrointestinal, respiratory and other effects. Learn more about Proteiva Functional Proteins.Is it legal to feed ruminant plasma to ruminants in the United States?
Yes. Since the original regulations that restricted feeding of ruminant materials to rumiants, blood and plasma proteins have been exempt. The United States Food and Drug Administration has NEVER banned the use of blood, plasma and fractions from being fed to ruminants. The Final Rule 21 CFR Part 589.2001 is available to view on the FDA web site. Find products containing Proteiva Functional Proteins by emailing info@proteiva.com your location and need. Have the regulations on beef plasma changed?
Contrary to thoughts otherwise, regulations on beef plasma haven't changed. There has never been a ban on the feeding of ruminant blood products in the United States. The Ruminant Feed Ban, Title 21 Part 589.2000 of the Code of Federal Regulations which became effective on April, 4, 1997, clearly excludes beef plasma from the ban by stating that blood and blood products are safe.Given the current regulations, can I have beef red blood cells or beef plasma in a feed mill that manufactures ruminant feeds?
Yes, absolutely. Bovine red cells and bovine plasma have been classified as safe substances - void of Bovine Spongiform Encephalopathy (BSE), also known as Mad Cow Disease. Therefore, it is entirely acceptable to have them in feed mills that manufacture ruminant feeds.What about BSE and trade regulations relating to beef plasma?
It is important to understand that there is no evidence that shows bovine plasma protein or bovine red blood cells transmit BSE. The global scientific community has conducted extensive research regarding BSE. The World Organization for Animal Health (OIE), the leading authority on BSE-related issues recently amended the BSE Chapter of the Animal Health Code, reporting that ruminant blood or blood by-products pose no risk for the transmission of BSE. By placing blood in the same category with milk, no requirements of any BSE related conditions are necessary for import, regardless of the BSE risk status of the cattle population of the exporting country, zone or compartment. Regulations for importation vary by country. Email info@proteiva.com or call +1-515-289-7600 for inquiries.Are there any differences between beef and pork plasma?
Besides the source of plasma, there aren't any. Numerous studies have been conducted to evaluate the quality of bovine plasma to porcine plasma. The results have not shown any significant difference in performance, quality or bio-safety of the two products.
