Total nitrogen, nonprotein nitrogen, and protein content in largemouth bass (Micropterus salmoides) with reference to quantitative protein estimates
- 1 December 1972
- journal article
- Published by Canadian Science Publishing in Canadian Journal of Zoology
- Vol. 50 (12) , 1607-1610
- https://doi.org/10.1139/z72-211
Abstract
Nonprotein nitrogen (NPN) content in largemouth bass accounted for 9% of the total nitrogen content. This level was influenced by feeding level and probably body weight. A consideration for NPN is essential for quantitative protein estimates.Keywords
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