In this image, duodenal digesta is being collected in order to calculate ruminal digestibility of feed.  Also, flow of microbial protein was determined. The plug of the cannula is removed with pliers for collection and once collection is done the plug is reinserted. About 1,000 mL of digesta is collected.

Collection of duodenal digesta

Credit: Sarah Ferguson

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Description: In this image, duodenal digesta is being collected in order to calculate ruminal digestibility of feed. Also, flow of microbial protein was determined. The plug of the cannula is removed with pliers for collection and once collection is done the plug is reinserted. About 1,000 mL of digesta is collected.

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