11.3.3: Ruminant nematodes and trematodes Flashcards
Taken from In Practice - 2015 - Crilly - Ruminant coprological examination beyond the McMaster slide.pdf
1
Q
What is the typical method of diagnosis of nematode parasite infestation in ruminants?
A
Faecal worm egg count (FWEC)
2
Q
What is the problem with FWEC for detection of nematodes?
A
- Doesn’t allow us to detect the nematode species present
- Identification of the species is often desired if there are unexpectedly high FWECs or anthelmintic resistance suspected
3
Q
Which naroow-spectrum anthelmintic is effective against Haemonchus contortus but no other common GI nematodes?
A
Closantel
4
Q
Which test can be used to detect fluke in ruminants?
A
Fluke egg sedimentation test
5
Q
Which test can be used to detect fluke in ruminants?
A
Fluke egg sedimentation test
6
Q
What is the disadvantage of the fluke egg sedimentation test?
A
- Depends on patent infection (presence of the adult fluke)
- Acute fasciolosis is caused by immature migrating fluke
