Cowdriosis Flashcards

Question	Answer		Article
What is the common name for Cowdriosis?	Heartwater		Link to Article
From where does it get this name?	Pathology caused by the organism often includes formation of hydropericardium		Link to Article
What vector is most important in the transmission of Cowdriosis?	Bont Ticks		Link to Article
What are the common clinical signs of Cowdriosis?	Tachycardia Petechiation of mucous membranes Cough Neurological abnormalities High fever		Link to Article
In which part of the blood are you most likely to see the organisms in a smear?	The buffy coat.		Link to Article
What are the two main methods of control for Cowdriosis?	A blood vaccine Prophylactic use of Tetracycline antibiotics		Link to Article