Table 5 Final multivariable linear model for the association of clinical signs and broncho-alveolar lavage fluid characteristics with epithelial cell percentage in broncho-alveolar lavage fluid of 335 group-housed calves
Variable | Category | Regression coefficient β (SE) | P-value | LSM estimate (SE) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Intercept | Â | 9.9 (0.25) | < 0.001 | Â |
Breathing frequency (breaths/min) | Â | - 0.01 (0.0) | 0.03 | - |
Tracheal cough reflex | Negative | Referent | Â | 10.9 (0.07) |
Positive | - 0.53 (0.16) | 0.004 | 6.3 (0.15) |