The statement that best describes he purpose of examining mammary secretions in mares before parturition is testing for elevated levels of calcium.
<h3>What is the processes of parturition in mares?</h3>
In parturition, a fetus is fully developed, a process called Ferguson reflex occurs to stimulate contractions. The canal is lubricated by a fluid called allanotic fluid and facilitates the discharge of the amnion and the fetus. A virginal distension releases oxytocin and more contractions.
For a mare to be ready for parturition, elevated levels of calcium is tested from the mammary gland to confirm that the mare is healthy and ready for parturition.
