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?

Both a and b Signup and view all the answers

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

All of the above Signup and view all the answers

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

To search for any inflammation, tuberculous lesions, parasitic cysts, or tumors/abscesses in the lungs Signup and view all the answers

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

To check for any abnormalities or diseases that may have affected the animal Signup and view all the answers

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

All of the above Signup and view all the answers

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

To check for any bleeding disorders or diseases like leukemia Signup and view all the answers

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

Strip the pleura and peritoneum with great care Signup and view all the answers

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

Bacterial contamination in muscle tissue Signup and view all the answers

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

To identify any potential issues with the slaughtering process 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?

Lung, kidney, and spinal cord 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?

Incising the tongue and masseter muscles Signup and view all the answers

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

Peptic ulcer Signup and view all the answers

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

Lungs 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?

Hemorrhagic peritonitis 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?

Liver Signup and view all the answers

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

To ensure the carcass is free of any disease or abnormal conditions Signup and view all the answers

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

All of the above Signup and view all the answers

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

To condemn only the affected parts of the carcass, while approving the remaining parts for human consumption Signup and view all the answers

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

To subject the carcass to heat treatment before approving it for human consumption 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'?

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 Signup and view all the answers

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

To protect meat handlers, consumers or animals from hazards posed by the carcass Signup and view all the answers

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

To kill harmful bacteria and pathogens Signup and view all the answers

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

Below -10°C Signup and view all the answers

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

2 kg Signup and view all the answers

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

20% salt in water Signup and view all the answers

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

To inform consumers that the meat has abnormal characteristics Signup and view all the answers

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

When the meat is from animals in an area with a disease outbreak Signup and view all the answers

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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