<![CDATA[The dry season in East Nusa Tenggara is characterized by high ambient temperatures and limited feed quality, which can potentially cause heat stress in livestock and thereby affect their hematological profiles key indicators of physiological condition and health. However, specific data on the hematological profiles of female Bali cattle during the dry season in Bipolo Village, Kupang Regency, remain limited. This study aims to determine the hematological profile of female Bali cattle as a form of evaluation of physiological adaptation to these environmental conditions. This study used a quantitative descriptive method with 15 healthy, non-pregnant female Bali cattle aged ≥2 years. Blood samples were collected via the jugular vein and analyzed using a hematology analyzer (EDAN H60 Vet) to evaluate erythrocyte, leukocyte, and platelet parameters. The results showed that the mean values for erythrocytes, hemoglobin, and hematocrit were generally within the normal range, although some decreases were observed in certain samples. Erythrocyte indices were mostly normal to elevated. Leukocyte parameters were generally normal, with increased neutrophil and monocyte counts and decreased leukocyte counts in a small portion of the samples. Platelet counts were mostly normal, with some decreases. It was concluded that the hematological profile of female Bali cattle during the dry season remains within normal limits but shows variations as a form of physiological adaptation to environmental stress and feed particularly]]>
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