Macroscopic Post-Mortem Examination of Cattle

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What is the purpose of making incisions in the lung tissue?

  • To check for the presence of blood or alimentary contents
  • To search for inflammation, tuberculous lesions, parasitic cysts, or tumors/abscesses
  • To examine the pleura for any inflammation, adhesion or tubercles lesions
  • All of the above (correct)

What is the purpose of examining the pericardium during the autopsy?

  • To detect any serofibrinous fluid or pus in case of traumatic pericarditis
  • To examine the epicardium for the presence of petechial hemorrhages
  • To check for evidence of pericarditis, hemorrhages or tuberculosis
  • Both a and b (correct)

What is the purpose of making incisions in the left ventricle wall and the interventricular septum?

  • Both a and b
  • To check the color, size, and presence of any inflammation, tumors, or cysts in the liver
  • To search for cysticerci, hydatid cyst and occasionally linguatula larvae in the myocardium (correct)
  • To examine the endocardium and heart valves for endocarditis, petechial hemorrhages or vegetation or tumors

What is the purpose of examining the liver during the autopsy?

<p>Both a and b (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

During the autopsy, what should be examined in the heart?

<p>All of the above (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of making incisions in the trachea and bronchi during the autopsy?

<p>To search for any inflammation, tuberculous lesions, parasitic cysts, or tumors/abscesses in the lungs (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of macroscopic post-mortem examination of cattle carcasses?

<p>To check for any abnormalities or diseases that may have affected the animal (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following conditions would warrant detaining the carcass for further examination?

<p>All of the above (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of examining the color and clotting ability of the blood during slaughter?

<p>To check for any bleeding disorders or diseases like leukemia (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should be done if abscesses are found in the liver during the examination?

<p>Strip the pleura and peritoneum with great care (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following conditions would NOT be detected during a macroscopic post-mortem examination?

<p>Bacterial contamination in muscle tissue (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of checking the efficiency of bleeding during the examination?

<p>To identify any potential issues with the slaughtering process (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Based on the text, which of the following organs should receive special attention during postmortem examination of calves for melanotic deposits?

<p>Lung, kidney, and spinal cord (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to the instructions, which of the following procedures is NOT necessary during postmortem examination of sheep and goats?

<p>Incising the tongue and masseter muscles (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following conditions should be looked for during postmortem examination of calves by inspecting the abomasum?

<p>Peptic ulcer (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following organs should be examined for hydatid cysts during postmortem examination of sheep and goats?

<p>Lungs (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Based on the information provided, which of the following conditions should be looked for by inspecting the peritoneum during postmortem examination of calves?

<p>Hemorrhagic peritonitis (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to the instructions, which of the following organs should be examined for cysticercous tenuicollis during postmortem examination of sheep and goats?

<p>Liver (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of PM (post-mortem) examination of carcasses?

<p>To ensure the carcass is free of any disease or abnormal conditions (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the criteria for a carcass to be 'Totally condemned' during a PM inspection?

<p>All of the above (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of 'Partially condemned' decision during a PM inspection?

<p>To condemn only the affected parts of the carcass, while approving the remaining parts for human consumption (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of 'Conditionally approved for human consumption' decision during a PM inspection?

<p>To subject the carcass to heat treatment before approving it for human consumption (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the required minimum duration and temperature for the heat treatment of carcasses that are 'Conditionally approved for human consumption'?

<p>Cutting meat in cubes of 15 cm thickness and boiling for not less than 2.5 hours, with the temperature of the center of meat reaching at least 60°C (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary reason for condemning a carcass during a PM inspection?

<p>To protect meat handlers, consumers or animals from hazards posed by the carcass (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of heat treatment (steaming) in meat processing?

<p>To kill harmful bacteria and pathogens (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the temperature range used for freezing meat during the KF (freezing) process?

<p>Below -10°C (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the maximum weight of meat pieces allowed during the pickling process?

<p>2 kg (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the concentration of salt in the brine solution used for pickling meat?

<p>20% salt in water (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of labeling meat as 'inferior' when it meets certain criteria?

<p>To inform consumers that the meat has abnormal characteristics (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Under what circumstances would meat be approved for human consumption in limited areas?

<p>When the meat is from animals in an area with a disease outbreak (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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