Comparison of Kato–Katz, PCR and coproantigen for the diagnosis of Taenia solium taeniasis [PDF]
Parasitology, 2023 Four methods were compared for the diagnosis of human taeniasis caused by Taenia solium. Fecal samples from persons living in a T. solium endemic region of Madagascar were examined for taeniid eggs by the Kato–Katz method. Subsequently, samples positive (
Marshall W. Lightowlers +11 more
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Fasciola hepatica: can the coproantigen ELISA replace the faecal egg sedimentation test? [PDF]
Veterinary EvidenceQuestion In adult cattle, is the sensitivity of the coproantigen ELISA test equal or superior to the sensitivity of the faecal egg sedimentation test for the diagnosis of Fasciola hepatica? Clinical bottom line The category of research question
Jake Collyer
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Pattern and repeatability of ascarid-specific antigen excretion through chicken faeces, and the diagnostic accuracy of coproantigen measurements as compared with McMaster egg counts and plasma and egg yolk antibody measurements in laying hens [PDF]
Parasites & Vectors, 2023 Background A coproantigen enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay (ELISA) has recently been proposed for detecting ascarid infections in chickens. The excretion pattern of ascarid antigens through chicken faeces and the consistency of measurements over the ...
Oyekunle John Oladosu +5 more
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Canine nematode and Giardia spp. infections in dogs in Edmonton, Alberta, the “CANIDA” study [PDF]
Parasites & Vectors, 2022 Background Canine intestinal parasite prevalence may be influenced by geographical region, age, and health status of the dog. Behaviors such as predation, scavenging, or roaming as well as routine administration of anthelmintics also play a role.
Darcy Visscher +4 more
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Assessment of immunological and hematological parameters in Blastocystis species-infected chronic leukemic patients [PDF]
Gut PathogensAim Blastocystis spp. is a common intestinal protozoan with controversial pathogenicity. It is frequently associated with gastrointestinal (GIT) disturbances and is particularly prevalent among immunocompromised individuals.
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Efficacy of flukicides against Fasciola hepatica and first report of triclabendazole resistance on German sheep farms [PDF]
International Journal for Parasitology: Drugs and Drug Resistance, 2023 Fasciola hepatica infections lead to severe health problems and production losses in sheep farming, if not treated effectively. Triclabendazole has been used extensively over decades due to its unique efficacy range against all definitive hostfluke ...
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Challenges in applying W.A.A.V.P. criteria to diagnosing triclabendazole resistance in Fasciola hepatica, an example from the Southern Tablelands of New South Wales, Australia [PDF]
International Journal for Parasitology: Drugs and Drug ResistanceFasciola hepatica (liver fluke) is a zoonotic parasite of global concern. In Australia, it is the 13th most important cause of economic loss in the sheep meat industry alone. Resistance to the frontline drug, triclabendazole (TCBZ), was first recorded in
Chelsie Uthayakumar +5 more
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Detection of Giardia and helminths in Western Europe at local K9 (canine) sites (DOGWALKS Study) [PDF]
Parasites & Vectors, 2022 Background Intestinal parasite contamination from infected dogs can place other dogs and humans at risk. A study was initiated to estimate the prevalence of canine intestinal parasitism by collecting fecal samples in cities across Western Europe. Methods
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Coproantigen detection and molecular identification of Cryptosporidium species among newborn and adult farm animals [PDF]
AMB ExpressCryptosporidium sp. is an obligatory intracellular apicomplexan protozoan parasite that causes a disease called cryptosporidiosis with substantial veterinary and medical importance.
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Parasites & Vectors, 2021 Background Canine life stage is a key factor in parasite prevalence as clinical signs associated with parasitism are more common in pups. In adult dogs, health status and geographical region may also play a role in parasite prevalence.
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