Avian Influenza Symptoms and Transmission

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How can avian coronavirus enteritis be diagnosed in poultry?

Identification of the bacteria on histopathology samples (correct)

Serological testing

Bacterial culture

Detection of specific antibodies in blood samples

What is a common method of transmission of avian coronavirus enteritis in chickens?

Consumption of contaminated feed

Direct contact with carrier birds (correct)

Airborne transmission

Exposure to infected wild birds

Which of the following is NOT a clinical sign of avian coronavirus enteritis in poultry?

Ocular discharge (correct)

Ruffled feathers

Extreme depression

Emaciation

What treatment is mentioned in the text as a preventive measure for avian coronavirus enteritis in quail?

Bacitracin in feed Signup and view all the answers

What is a post-mortem lesion commonly associated with avian coronavirus enteritis in poultry according to the text?

Deep button-like ulcers mainly in caeca Signup and view all the answers

Which Salmonella serovar is associated with respiratory disease and mucoid yellow diarrhea in growing and adult poultry?

Salmonella gallinarum Signup and view all the answers

What is a common post-mortem lesion associated with Salmonella infections in poultry?

Hepatitis Signup and view all the answers

Which bacteria causes Ulcerative Enteritis, also known as Quail disease?

Clostridium colinum Signup and view all the answers

What is a strategy to prevent the spread of Salmonella infections in hatcheries?

Implement good rodent control programs Signup and view all the answers

Which sign is characteristic of Fowl Typhoid in poultry?

Edema of tibiotarsal joints Signup and view all the answers

What treatment option is recommended for avian coronavirus enteritis?

Antiviral medication Signup and view all the answers

What is the synonym for Histomoniasis?

Infectious enterohepatitis Signup and view all the answers

Which organism is responsible for causing Histomoniasis in turkeys?

Histomonas meleagridis Signup and view all the answers

What is a common clinical sign of Histomoniasis in affected birds?

Polydipsia and frothy diarrhea Signup and view all the answers

How is the diagnosis of Candidiasis typically confirmed?

PCR and sequence assays Signup and view all the answers

What is a key prevention measure for Candidiasis in birds?

Removal of old food from flights Signup and view all the answers

Which organism causes Trichomoniasis in birds?

Trichomonas gallinae Signup and view all the answers

What is a common route of transmission for Trichomoniasis?

Contaminated drinking water Signup and view all the answers

'Fatty liver syndrome' in breeder hens and turkeys is also known as:

Hepatic steatosis Signup and view all the answers

What is a predisposing factor for developing Hepatic Lipidosis in birds?

Low protein and high energy diet Signup and view all the answers