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Meat Inspection
Meat Inspection
• Goats (Capra aegagrus hircus) are • Versatile Utility: Goats are raised for milk
domesticated ruminants known for their (dairy goats), meat (meat goats), fiber (fiber
adaptability, hardiness, and diverse utility goats such as Angora and Cashmere), and
in producing milk, meat, fiber, and hides. hides.
• Adaptability: They can thrive in various
environments, from arid regions to
mountainous terrains.
• Reproductive Efficiency: High
reproductive rate with typically 1-3 kids per
birthing cycle, allowing for rapid population
growth.
GENETIC RESOURCES OF
PAKISTAN (GOAT)
BEETAL:
External Examination:
• Overall condition
• Skin and coat
• Body orifices
• Injuries or abnormalities
POSTMORTEM EXAMINATION
Internal Examination:
• Organs: Checking for size, color, texture, and presence of lesions.
• Tissues: Evaluating for signs of inflammation, necrosis, or other abnormalities.
• Body Cavities: Inspecting for fluid accumulation or unusual contents.
• Bones and Joints: Examining for fractures, infections, or deformities.
• Digestive Tract: Checking for blockages, ulcers, or parasites.
COMPARISON OF NORMAL AND
ABNORMAL BODY PARTS OF
GOAT.
HEAD AND NECK
Definition:
• The heart is a muscular organ that pumps blood throughout the body.
Normal Anatomical Features in Goat:
• Color: Dark red
• Shape: Conical
• Size: Approximately the size of a clenched fist
• Other Features: Four chambers (atria and ventricles), valves
HEART
Definition:
• The lungs are organs responsible for breathing and oxygen exchange.
Normal Anatomical Features in Goat:
• Color: Pinkish
• Shape: Soft and spongy
• Size: Fill most of the thoracic cavity
• Other Features: Divided into lobes, and alveoli for gas exchange
LUNGS
Definition:
• The liver is a vital organ that performs many functions, including
detoxification and nutrient storage.
Normal Anatomical Features in Goat:
• Color: Dark reddish-brown
• Shape: Irregularly shaped
• Size: Large, occupies much of the abdominal cavity
• Other Features: Divided into lobes, gallbladder attached
LIVER
Definition:
• The kidneys are organs that filter blood, removing waste and excess fluids.
Normal Anatomical Features in Goat:
• Color: Reddish-brown
• Shape: Bean-shaped
• Size: About the size of a human fist
• Other Features: Renal cortex, medulla, pelvis, nephrons
KIDNEY
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Normal
Definition:
• The stomach is a digestive organ where food is stored and partially digested.
Normal Anatomical Features in Goat:
• Color: Pink to reddish-brown
• Shape: J-shaped
• Size: Large, varies with the amount of food ingested
• Other Features: Divided into four chambers (rumen, reticulum, omasum,
abomasum)
INTESTINE
• Definition:
• The intestines are part of the digestive tract where nutrients are absorbed.
• Normal Anatomical Features in Goat:
• Color: Pale pink to reddish-brown
• Shape: Long and coiled
• Size: Extends from the stomach to the rectum
• Other Features: Divided into small intestine (duodenum, jejunum, ileum) and
large intestine (cecum, colon)
STOMACH AND INTESTINES
• Definition:
• The gallbladder is a small organ that stores and concentrates bile produced by
the liver.
• Normal Anatomical Features in Goat:
• Color: Greenish-brown
• Shape: Pear-shaped
• Size: Small, about 10-15 cm in length
• Other Features: Connected to the liver via bile ducts
GALLBLADDER