Metastrongyloidea Flashcards
1
Q
Metastrongyloidea
A
Lungworms
2
Q
What is the common name for Oslerus spp?
A
Canine lungworm
Hair lungworm
3
Q
What is the predilection period for Oslerus spp?
A
2 months
4
Q
What is unique about the route of transmission for Oslerus spp?
A
Ingestion of L1 passed in feces is the infective stage
5
Q
What is the common name for Aelurostrongylus abstrusus?
A
Hair lungworms
6
Q
Who is the host for Aelurostrongylus abstrusus?
A
Cats
7
Q
What is the prepatency period of Aelurostrongylus abstrusus?
A
6 weeks
