Exam II - Cooperia spp.

Question 1

What is/are the host(s) for Cooperia spp?

Answer 1

cattle, sheep, goats

Question 2

How large are Cooperia spp. adults?

Answer 2

less than 9 mm

Question 3

Describe Cooperia spp. eggs

Answer 3

Typical trichostrongyloid, oval, up to 85 um, thin shelled, outer surface of shell smooth, containing a morula

Question 4

Is the life cycle for Cooperia spp. direct or indirect?

Answer 4

direct

Question 5

What is the PPP for Cooperia spp?

Answer 5

15-18 days

Question 6

What is the site of infection for Cooperia spp?

Answer 6

small intestine

Question 7

What are some clinical signs associated with a Cooperia spp. infection?

Answer 7

watery diarrhea

Question 8

Which diagnostic techniques are appropriate for diagnosing Cooperia spp?

Answer 8

fecal egg count, trichostrongyloid L₃, necropsy