Liver Fluke Flashcards
1
Q
What is the man fluke species called?
A
Faciola Hepatica
2
Q
Where does liver fluke live?
A
In the bile ducts
3
Q
What is the intermediate host for faciola hepatica?
A
Mud snail
Galba truncatula
4
Q
What type of disease is usable seen in sheep?
A
Acute disease - sudden deaths in sept to November
5
Q
What are the subclinical effects of faciola in sheep?
A
Fleece weight and fibre quality decreases
Reproductive performance decreases
Liver condemnation at slaughter
6
Q
Which drug treats all stages of the fluke?
A
Triclabendazole
7
Q
When in the year does sub acute fasciolosis typically occur?
A
October to December
8
Q
Chronic fasciolosis occurs at which time of the year?
A
Jan to March
