Vascellari, M Evaluation of indirect biomarkers for detecting corticosteroids used as illegal growth promoters in beef cattle. [electronic resource] - The Veterinary record Aug 2008 - 147-51 p. digital Publication Type: Journal Article; Validation Study ISSN: 0042-4900 Standard No.: 10.1136/vr.163.5.147 doi Subjects--Topical Terms: Adrenal Cortex Hormones--analysisAnimalsBiomarkers--analysisCattleGrowth Substances--analysisHydrocortisone--bloodLeukocyte Count--veterinaryLiver--chemistryLymphocytesNeutrophilsSensitivity and SpecificitySubstance Abuse Detection--methodsThymus Gland--drug effects