Veterinary biotechnology

The textbook covers the tasks of veterinary biotechnology related to the production of biologically active substances. It demonstrates the importance of microbiology and virology in the biotechnological process. The objects of the biotechnological process, the role of genetic engineering and enzymology, engineering and technical support, the peculiarities of cultivating bacteria, cells, and viruses in industrial conditions are described. The technology of manufacturing vaccines, diagnostics, bacteriophages, allergens, antibiotics, enzymes, hormones, vitamins, and probiotics is discussed. Issues of biosecurity of biological industry enterprises and the organization of microbiological control of production are considered. The textbook is intended for students of higher educational institutions studying in the field of "Veterinary Medicine" and in the areas of training in "Veterinary Sanitary Expertise" and "Veterinary Biotechnology."