Difference between revisions of "Avian Trichomonosis Flashcards"
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|q1=In which organ does ''''Trichomonas gallinae'''' primarily reside? | |q1=In which organ does ''''Trichomonas gallinae'''' primarily reside? | ||
| − | |a1= The crop | + | |a1= The crop |
|l1=Trichomonosis - Birds#Introduction | |l1=Trichomonosis - Birds#Introduction | ||
|q2= Where do lesions form in infected birds and what do they look like? | |q2= Where do lesions form in infected birds and what do they look like? | ||
Revision as of 17:58, 26 July 2017
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| In which organ does 'Trichomonas gallinae' primarily reside? | The crop
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| Where do lesions form in infected birds and what do they look like? |
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| How can diagnosis be confirmed? | Rapid microscopy of a direct swab reveals motile, flagellated protozoa. Giemsa staining may also help, and culture may be performed.
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| What is the treatment of choice for avian trichomonosis? | 2-amino-5nitrothiazole, Carnidazole or Metronidazole, however Metronidazole should not be used in food producing birds
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