Trichenellosis (Trichinosis)

Question 1

This is found in:

Answer 1

small intestine

Question 2

Causative agent:

Answer 2

Trichinella

Question 3

Muscle worm disease

Answer 3

T. spiralis (found worldwide in pigs)
T. papuae (wild and domestic pig)

Question 4

cannibalism

Answer 4

domestic cycle

Question 5

scavenging

Answer 5

Sylvatic cycle

Question 6

Identify larvae (specific)

Answer 6

Trichinoscopy

Question 7

stain used to see larvae:

Answer 7

eosin and hematoxylin

Question 8

Diagnosis: Trichinoscopy

Answer 8

1. Detection
2. Eosinophilis - blood test
3. Serology

Question 9

5 Preventive Control Measures:

Answer 9

1. Good level of farm hygiene
2. Cooking/Freezing of meat
3. Meat inspection
4. Public Education
5. Eradication