5 Questions
Which type of egg is associated with Nematode?
Larvated Egg
What is the treatment for all tapeworms/cestodes in food animals, except Monezia?
Praziquantel
How is McMasters FEC calculated?
((Chamber 1 + Chamber 2) / 2) * 100
What is the drug label approved for the treatment of enteritis associated with coccidiosis?
Sulfadimethoxine
What is the exception for treating all GI Nematodes in large animals with Ivermectin?
Pinworms
Study Notes
Parasites and Treatment
- The thick-shelled egg is associated with Nematode.
Tapeworm Treatment
- The treatment for all tapeworms/cestodes in food animals, except Monezia, is Niclosamide.
Fecal Egg Count (FEC)
- McMasters FEC is calculated by multiplying the number of eggs per gram (EPG) of feces by 0.2.
Coccidiosis Treatment
- The drug label approved for the treatment of enteritis associated with coccidiosis is Amprolium.
Ivermectin Exception
- The exception for treating all GI Nematodes in large animals with Ivermectin is the Liver Fluke.
Test your knowledge of parasitology with this quiz! Review the key characteristics and life cycle stages of nematode and cestode parasites, and understand their modes of transmission. Perfect for students preparing for spring finals or anyone interested in parasitology.
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