Research progress of rumen hydrogen sulfide production in ruminants

Anim Sci J. 2020 Jan-Dec;91(1):e13349. doi: 10.1111/asj.13349.

Abstract

Rumen fermentation can produce hydrogen sulfide (H2 S), and H2 S can be rapidly absorbed by the intestinal wall in nature. If excessive H2 S was produced in rumen, it might be toxic to ruminants. This article reviews the research progress of toxicity of H2 S, rumen H2 S production pathway and its influential factors to lay a foundation for further research and application of rumen H2 S-producing regulation in ruminant.

Keywords: hydrogen sulfide; rumen; ruminant; sulfate-reducing bacteria.

Publication types

  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Animals
  • Hydrogen Sulfide / metabolism*
  • Hydrogen Sulfide / toxicity*
  • Methane / metabolism
  • Research*
  • Ruminants / metabolism*

Substances

  • Methane
  • Hydrogen Sulfide