Hibernation of small mammals, during which switching between states with high and low metabolic rates occurs, is a unique natural phenomenon, the mechanisms of which in some animals remain poorly understood. In this paper we studied the acid resistance and population composition of erythrocytes in Brandt's hamsters (Mesocricetus Brandti) during deep hibernation and awakening. It is shown that under hibernation conditions, a significant redistribution of erythrocyte populations and an increase in acid resistance occur. At the same time, the percentage of erythrocytes with resistant characteristics significantly increases against the background of a decrease in the content of erythrocytes with low hemolytic resistance. Exit from hibernation and normalization of body temperature to 37 ° C significantly changes the pattern of erythrocyte distribution by resistance groups compared to hibernation which demonstrates a decrease in the resistant characteristics of erythrocytes.
Pages: 6 - 12
Date: 15.11.2024