Difference between revisions of "Avian Trichomonosis Flashcards"
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| − | |q1=In which organ does '' | + | |q1=In which organ does ''''Trichomonas gallinae'''' primarily reside? |
| − | |a1= The crop | + | |a1= The crop or ingluvies. However it is also seen in the oropharynx. |
|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? | ||
|a2= | |a2= | ||
*Crop, oesophagus, mouth and sinuses | *Crop, oesophagus, mouth and sinuses | ||
| − | *Yellow masses/plaques | + | *Yellow caseous masses/plaques |
|l2= Trichomonosis - Birds#Clinical Signs | |l2= Trichomonosis - Birds#Clinical Signs | ||
|q3= How can diagnosis be confirmed? | |q3= How can diagnosis be confirmed? | ||
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| In which organ does 'Trichomonas gallinae' primarily reside? | The crop or ingluvies. However it is also seen in the oropharynx.
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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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