LATG Chp 6 Health surveillance and QA

Question 1

quality assurance

Answer 1

-systematically ensure that a program meets specified requirements

Question 2

Pinworm detection

Answer 2

a tape test to detect Syphacia spp

Question 3

Aspiculuris spp (Aspiculuris tetraptera)

Answer 3

postmortem cecal exams to detect (Pinworm species)

Question 4

Helicobacter spp

Answer 4

-Gram-negative, microaerophilic, spiral-to-curve-shaped bacteria with sheathed flagella. These bacteria are common colonizers of the gastrointestinal tract.
PCR is the current test of choice for identifying infection

Question 5

PRIA

Answer 5

PCR rodent infectious agent (PRIA) panels are a newer technology that allows detection of an infectious agent even if present in low numbers.

Question 6

Sentinel animals should be at least what age

Answer 6

8-12 weeks

Question 7

What does the acronym MFI stand for

Answer 7

Multiplex fluorescent immunoassay

Question 8

What is a common method used to detect exposure to viral pathogens

Answer 8

ELISA

Enzyme-linked immunosorbant assay

Question 9

Levels of light photo intensity above ______ foot- candles can cause retinal damage in some albino animals.

Answer 9

75