Content of Biologically Active Substances in the Musk of Siberian Musk Deer Depending on Food Spectrum of Animal Nutrition

Abstract

The content of biologically active substances in the gland secretion of Siberian musk deer obtained in vivo was studied by gas chromatography-mass spectrometry using derivatization by silylation. The musk chemical composition of animals held under natural conditions and in captivity was compared. The food spectrum of Siberian musk deer was found to affect the content of biologically active components in the musk, primarily of androsteroid substances. The results of evaluating the content of musk components exhibiting the most pronounced biological effects are presented. An increase in the diversity of food spectrum was established to improve the qualitative composition of biologically active substances in the musk obtained from the adult males of Siberian musk deer held in captivity.