Exploring the Impact of Lactobacillus-Fermented Chicken Feather on Organ Weights and Functions in Albino Wistar Rats

Abstract

Globally, millions of tons of chicken feathers are produced annually, representing a significant waste management challenge due to their poor biodegradability and low economic utilization. This study was undertaken to evaluate the corollary of Lactobacillus fermented chicken feather  on the organ weight and organ function of albino Wistar rats. The corollary of lactobacillus fermented feeds on the rats was determined using in vivo techniques. The fermenter used in the study was identified to be Lactobacillus acidophilus strain DSN20079 (LADSM). The study revealed that there was a significant (P<0.05) increase in the organ weight of the rats i.e liver (6.32 g), kidney (0.47g), lungs (1.02 g), and heart (0.43g) compared to the control group. Also, the organ functions of the rats revealed that there was an increase in ALT (17.180 U/L) compared to the control group (17.100 U/L), and a decrease in AST (25.180 U/L) compared to the control group (25.180 U/L). It also showed an increase in creatine, urea and LDH compared to the control group. Therefore, the study concluded that the Lactobacillus fermented chicken feather meal showed pronounced activity in the organ weights and organ functions of the rats.