Trichinella spiralis Flashcards
1
Q
What is it?
A
Pig roundworm
2
Q
Why is it significant?
A
Tested for in abattoirs
Carcasses kept under controls until results back
3
Q
Which pigs are tested for in abattoirs
A
Breeding swine and wild boars
4
Q
What samples are tested?
A
Diaphragm
Tongue
Masseter muscle
Foreleg in wild boar
5
Q
Result of PMI
A
Total carcass rejection
Category 2
6
Q
Methods for testing samples
A
HCl and pepsin
Trichinelloscopy
