Effects of feeding mycotoxin binder (HSCAS) at later ages on gastrointestinal environment and metabolism in broilers.

To determine the effects of Hydrated Sodium Calcium Alimunosilicate (HSCAS), a toxin binder, on performance, internal organ weights, pHs of gastrointestinal tract, and some blood parameters two-weeks of feeding trial was conducted on broilers before slaughter. A total of 108, 28 days old Ross 308® broilers were utilized in the study. HSCAS addition to the broiler diets did not have any effect on LWG and FCR. Broilers in 2.5 g/kg supplemented group consumed significantly higher feed than those in other two groups (P < 0.05). Gizzard weight in broilers in 2.5 g/kg HSCAS supplemented group were significantly lower (P < 0.05) than those in no-HSCAS group. In addition, the pancreas weight in 2.5 g/kg supplemented group tended to be lower than those in other two groups (P < 0.10). HSCAS addition significantly increased pH in crop (P < 0.05). Serum creatinine, protein kinase and aspartate amino transferase enzyme levels were significantly different among the groups (P < 0.05). Addition of pure HSCAS to diet may modify performance, internal organ weights, gastrointestinal and biochemical parameters to some degree.