Influence of Stress on Some Blood Constituents in Reindeer (Rangiferi Tarandus L)

Abstract
In reindeer, subjected to stress, marked changes were found in some blood constituents when compared with unstressed animals, i.e. the white blood cell composition, Cortisol and urea values. Mental stress, due to handling appears to be of great importance in reindeer. Elevated urea values in stressed animals may cause a decreased meat quality.