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Astragalus polysaccharides in aquaculture: a comprehensive review on growth, immunity, and disease resistance

Aug 2026 · Fish Physiology & Biochemistry · Vol 52 · 0 citations · 55 references
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Evidence indicates that APs enhance immune function, modulate gut microbiota, and mitigate environmental stress, especially when combined with probiotics, prebiotics, plant extracts, or vaccines, especially when combined with probiotics, prebiotics, plant extracts, or vaccines.

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