10 Questions
What is the duration of the prepatent period in this infection?
6-11 days
Which part of the intestine is primarily attacked by this parasite?
Jejunum, ileum, and caecum
What is the characteristic histological finding in this infection?
Necrotic inflammation and destruction of epithelial cells
What is the primary response of the immune system to this infection?
Predominantly monocuclear cell response
Which drug has a prophylactic action against this parasite?
Decoquinate
What is the primary effect of this infection on the growth of calves?
Adverse impact on growth
What is the typical duration of the sporulation process in this parasite?
4-8 days
What is the characteristic clinical sign of this infection in recently turned out calves?
Diarrhoea
What is the location of the meronts in the affected epithelial cells?
Nuclei
What is the range of morbidity typically observed in this infection?
5-100%
Learn about the characteristics of Eimeria alabamensis, a species of parasitic protozoa. This quiz covers its predilection site, phylum, class, family, and descriptions of its oocysts, sporocysts, and sporozoites.
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