Rahman, Md Hafizur https://orcid.org/0000-0002-0725-1078
Shahadat, Md. Niamul https://orcid.org/0009-0003-9994-043X
Siddique, Abu Bakkar https://orcid.org/0000-0002-1573-8281
Ahmed, Shihab https://orcid.org/0009-0007-3460-2017
Funding for this research was provided by:
This research was partially supported by small grants from the Bangladesh Livestock Research Institute, Savar, Dhaka, Bangladesh (GOB funding).
Article History
Received: 26 October 2025
Accepted: 13 January 2026
First Online: 16 January 2026
Declarations
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: The authors declare no competing interests.
: The study was conducted in full accordance with the ARRIVE guidelines to ensure ethical compliance and uphold animal welfare and research integrity. Prior to initiation, the research protocol received approval from the Technical Review Committee of the Bangladesh Livestock Research Institute (BLRI) (Approval No. AHRD01/2022-23), confirming adherence to both national and international ethical standards. All procedures—from sample collection to laboratory analysis—were carefully performed to minimize harm and maintain data confidentiality. Throughout the research process, the team maintained a strong commitment to ethical conduct, transparency, and scientific integrity.