Eimeria suis (1) Flashcards
1
Q
How do you identify?
A
Oocyst
- 15-50 micro m - Unsporulated Oocyst in feces - Sporulate for identification
2
Q
Explain the life cycle
A
PPP: 1 1/2 weeks
Sporulation: 5-13 days
Oocysts shed in about 1 week
Sporulated oocyst ingested
Excystation to oocyst
Merogony
Gametogony
Fertilization
Excretion
Unsporulated oocyst
3
Q
What is the site of infection?
A
Small intestine
4
Q
Describe the Pathogenesis
A
Small intestinal cells are destroyed
Enteritis
Diarrhea
Inflammatory changes in mucosa
5
Q
How do you diagnose?
A
Oocysts
6
Q
How do you treat and prevent?
A
Avoid overcrowding and poor sanitation
Immunity develops
Antiprotozoal remedies
7
Q
What are the hosts?
A
Pigs
