3rd International Symposium On Biotechnology (2025), [pp. 515-520]
AUTHOR(S) / АУТОР(И): Lina Dimovska, Biljana Trajkovska, Lidija Veljanovska, Nina Dimovska, Jelena Mašković, Pavle Mašković
DOI: 10.46793/SBT30.62LD
ABSTRACT / САЖЕТАК:
This study aimed to assess the impact of an elevated somatic cell count (SCC)—a key indicator of udder health and milk quality—on the physicochemical composition of 4,287 raw cow milk samples collected from three dairies. As SCC levels increased, significant changes were observed in lactose and protein content, freezing point, and solids non-fat, with lactose exhibiting the most pronounced variations. These findings highlight the direct influence of SCC on milk composition, reinforcing the importance of strict hygiene practices in dairy farms to ensure optimal milk quality and safety.
KEYWORDS / КЉУЧНЕ РЕЧИ:
raw milk, physicochemical composition, somatic cell count, milk quality
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