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Chapter 4<br />

Taken together, the present results show that WSSV infection<br />

modulates AMP gene expression in haemocytes of WSSV challenged P.<br />

monodon. The over expression of AMP genes, such as ALF <strong>and</strong> crustin-3 in<br />

WSSV-challenged animals, strongly suggests that these genes could be<br />

postulated as potential c<strong>and</strong>idates that are involved in anti-WSSV defense in<br />

shrimps by being over expressed on WSSV infection. This implies that these<br />

peptide molecules are involved in defense mechanisms in P. monodon to<br />

WSSV invasion. This basic knowledge will provide information on AMP<br />

genes involved in bio-defence of shrimps against virus invasion. Detailed<br />

study on these molecules will allow further exploration of their particular<br />

role in the anti-WSSV response <strong>and</strong> hopefully lead to a better underst<strong>and</strong>ing<br />

of the disease process <strong>and</strong> survival in these animals. The information may<br />

also be of great value for a novel prophylactic strategy in shrimp culture.<br />

Table 4.1. Rearing conditions <strong>and</strong> water quality parameters<br />

Tank capacity 500 l<br />

Stocking density 15 Nos.<br />

Feeding level 4-6 % of body weight<br />

Feeding frequency Twice daily<br />

Water temperature 24-27 0 C<br />

pH 7.5-8<br />

Salinity 15-18 %0<br />

Ammonia 0.01-0.02 mg l -1<br />

Nitrite 0.00-0.01 mg l -1<br />

Nitrate Below detectable level<br />

Alkalinity 50-60 mg/l CaCO3<br />

Dissolved oxygen 6-7 mg l -1<br />

<strong>Molecular</strong> <strong>Characterization</strong> <strong>and</strong> <strong>Gene</strong> <strong>Expression</strong> <strong>Profiling</strong> of Antimicrobial Peptides in Penaeid Shrimps<br />

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