Table 1.
Proximate analysis of four microalgae and their undigested fraction, and digestibility coefficients of microalgae subjected to in vitro digestion. Values are reported as % on dry matter basis.
| Item | Crude Protein | Crude Ash | Crude Fibre | Total Digestibility |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Microalgae | ||||
| Arthrospira platensis | 70.9 | 5.03 | 0.70 | 86.2 |
| Haematococcus pluvialis | 10.4 | 4.03 | 15.67 | 7.87 |
| Phaeodactylum tricornutum | 39.6 | 22.4 | 0.40 | 67.5 |
| Chlorella vulgaris | 31.1 | 9.97 | 11.8 | 55.3 |
| Microalgae, undigested fraction | ||||
| Arthrospira platensis | 55.7 | 4.04 | 13.7 | |
| Haematococcus pluvialis | 10.2 | 1.53 | 9.84 | |
| Phaeodactylum tricornutum | 18.6 | 27.0 | 0.56 | |
| Chlorella vulgaris | 18.0 | 10.7 | 16.8 | |