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Use of microparticulate markers in examination of rotifer physiology: results and prospects

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A short overview is given of some possible ways of using microparticles for the study of rotifer physiology. Besides synthetic microcapsules, some ‘natural’ microparticles have been found to be appropriate for this purpose. Using yeast cells, erythrocytes and erythrocyte ghosts, we were able to examine feeding rates, time course and control of nutrient passage, to determine the pH milieu in the digestive tract and to demonstrate absorptive processes. Preliminary results exist of studies on the mechanical efficiency of the mastax and on the secretion of H+-ions by the intestine. Different types of synthetic microcapsules can be produced for an array of applications. Some of these are suitable for use with rotifers. Problems exist in producing them in a suitable uniform size and in loading them efficiently.

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  1. Zoologisches Institut der Universität zu Köln, Weyertal 119, D-50923, Köln, Germany

    N. Lindemann, L. Discher & W. Kleinow

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  1. Khon Kaen University, Thailand

    L. Sanoamuang

  2. Ghent University, Belgium

    H. Segers

  3. Murray-Darling Freshwater Research Centre, Albury, Australia

    R. J. Shiel

  4. NI00/Centre of Limnology, Nieuwersluis, The Netherlands

    R. D. Gulati

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Lindemann, N., Discher, L., Kleinow, W. (2001). Use of microparticulate markers in examination of rotifer physiology: results and prospects. In: Sanoamuang, L., Segers, H., Shiel, R.J., Gulati, R.D. (eds) Rotifera IX. Developments in Hydrobiology, vol 153. Springer, Dordrecht. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-94-010-0756-6_9

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