Parasitology Dogs And Cats

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1. What is a Canine Macrophage?

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Canine macrophages play a crucial role in the immune system of dogs by helping to remove harmful substances from the body.

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2. What is the purpose of Canine Zinc Sulfate Fecal Flotation?

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Canine Zinc Sulfate Fecal Flotation is a diagnostic test used specifically to detect the presence of Giardia Cyst in the stool of dogs. It is not used to differentiate between tapeworms and roundworms, screen for heartworm infection, or identify bacterial overgrowth in the gut.

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3. What parasite causes feline lung disease?

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Feline lung disease is caused by Aelurostrongylus abstrusses, a type of lungworm that infects the respiratory system of cats. Roundworm infection, heartworm, and tapeworm do not typically cause lung disease in cats.

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4. What parasite is commonly found in the canine large intestine?

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Trichuris sp. adults, commonly known as Whipworms, are parasitic worms that infect the large intestine of dogs. Other common intestinal parasites in dogs include tapeworms, hookworms, and roundworms.

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5. What is the medical term for Filaroides osleri nodules found in the Canine Trachea?

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Filaroides osleri nodules are a specific type of parasitic nodule found in the trachea of dogs, commonly referred to as Canine Trachea.

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6. What is being tested in a Canine Blood (Knott's Test)?

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The Canine Blood (Knott's Test) is specifically used to detect Dirofilaria immitis microfilariae, which are the microfilariae of the heartworm parasite. This test helps in diagnosing heartworm disease in dogs.

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7. What is the medical term for a cyst found in a Moose's liver?

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Cystic Hydatid is a specific type of cyst that can form in the liver of animals like moose. The other incorrect options are not related to this particular condition.

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8. What is the medical term for Vole Liver?

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Vole Liver is also known as Alveolar Hydatid, a parasitic infection caused by Echinococcus multilocularis, whereas the incorrect options are not related to the medical term for Vole Liver.

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9. What is the medical term for Rabbit Subcutaneous Tissue?

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The correct term for Rabbit Subcutaneous Tissue is Coenerus, which refers to the layer of tissue directly beneath the skin.

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10. What parasite is commonly found in Northern Pike?

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Northern Pike are known to host the plerocercoid larvae of the tapeworm species Diohylobothrium sp., which can infect humans upon consumption of raw or undercooked fish. The other incorrect answers are not typically associated with Northern Pike.

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11. What is commonly found in the canine small intestine?

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The correct answer is Uncinaria sp. adults, which are typically found in the small intestines of dogs. Tapeworms, roundworms, and Giardia are also common intestinal parasites in dogs, but they are not specifically associated with the small intestine.

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12. What can cause infection in Canine Small Intestine?

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Ancylostoma sp. adults are hookworms commonly found in dogs that can cause infection in the small intestine. Enterococcus faecalis, Escherichia coli, and Giardia lamblia are pathogens that can cause different types of infections but are not specifically known to cause infections in the Canine Small Intestine.

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13. What parasite is commonly found in canine feces?

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Diphyllobothrium sp. gravid segments are known to be commonly found in canine feces and are a common cause of parasitic infections in dogs.

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14. What is commonly found in canine feces?

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Canine feces commonly contain Dipylidium caninum gravid segments, which are a type of tapeworm. While other parasites like tapeworm eggs, roundworm larvae, and coccidia oocysts can also be found in canine feces, Dipylidium caninum segments are a common occurrence.

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15. What parasite is commonly found in canine feces?

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Mesocestoides sp. gravid segments are a common parasite found in canine feces. Other parasites such as Toxocara canis eggs, Giardia cysts, and Dipylidium caninum proglottids can also be found in canine feces, but Mesocestoides sp. gravid segments are specifically mentioned as a correct answer.

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16. What parasite is commonly found in canine feces?

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Mesocestoides sp. gravid segments are commonly found in canine feces and are a type of tapeworm. Toxocara canis eggs are roundworm eggs found in feces, Dipylidium caninum proglottids are tapeworm segments, and Giardia cysts are a parasite causing gastrointestinal illness.

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17. What is commonly found in the Canine Small Intestine?

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Echinococcus granulosus adults are commonly found in the Canine Small Intestine, causing a parasitic infection known as echinococcosis. Roundworms, tapeworms, and hookworms can also be found in dogs but are not specifically associated with the Canine Small Intestine as Echinococcus granulosus adults are.

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18. What is typically found in canine feces?

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Canine feces commonly contain Taenia sp. gravid segments, which are tapeworm segments. While other parasites such as Ascaris lumbricoides, Giardia lamblia, and Toxoplasma gondii may also be found in dogs, they are not typically seen in feces as frequently as tapeworm segments.

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19. What is typically identified in Canine Feces during a Baermann Exam?

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During a Baermann exam, Strongyloides stercoralis rhabditiform larvae are typically identified due to their unique morphological characteristics.

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20. What parasite is commonly detected in a Canine Fecal Float test?

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Canine Fecal Float tests are commonly used to detect parasitic infections in dogs. Metorchis conjunctus eggs are specifically associated with a type of parasitic infection in dogs. Roundworm eggs, hookworm larvae, and tapeworm segments are common parasites as well, but they may not be specifically detected in a Canine Fecal Float test.

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21. What is the purpose of Canine Fecal Float?

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Canine Fecal Float is a diagnostic test used to identify the presence of Alaria sp. eggs in a dog's feces, not for heartworm, breed identification, or checking for rabies.

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22. What is identified in a Canine Fecal Float test?

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A Canine Fecal Float test is used to identify various parasites in dogs by analyzing their fecal samples. Diohylobothrium sp. eggs are specifically identified in this type of test, while the other options are more commonly associated with different types of parasites.

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23. What can be detected in a Canine/Feline Fecal Float?

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A Canine/Feline Fecal Float test is used to detect the presence of parasite eggs in the feces of dogs or cats. The correct answer includes Taenia or Echinococcus eggs, which are types of tapeworms. Roundworm, hookworm, and whipworm eggs are other common parasites found in fecal floats but are not the specific answers for this question.

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24. What is typically seen in a Canine Fecal Float test?

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Canine Fecal Float tests are commonly used to identify the presence of various parasites in dogs. Dipylidium caninum egg capsules are characteristic findings in the fecal float test for tapeworms.

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25. What parasite infects the Canine Small Intestine?

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Alaria adults are a type of parasite known to infect the small intestine of canines. Hookworm larvae, tapeworm eggs, and heartworm microfilariae are different types of parasites that infect other parts of the body and have different life cycles.

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26. What parasite can commonly infect the canine gallbladder?

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Metorchis conjunctus adults are a type of liver fluke that infects the gallbladder of canines. Tapeworms, roundworms, and heartworms are not typically found in the gallbladder.

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27. What is tested in a Canine/Feline Fecal Float?

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A fecal float test is used to identify the presence of parasite eggs in the feces of dogs and cats. Toxocara canis/cati eggs are commonly observed in the test, indicating infection by roundworms. Heartworm antigen, Giardia cysts, and roundworm oocysts are not typically observed in a fecal float test for canines and felines.

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28. What parasite eggs are typically identified in a Canine Fecal Float test?

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The Canine Fecal Float test is specifically used to identify the eggs of hookworms, such as Uncinaria or Ancylostoma species, which are common parasites in dogs.

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29. What can be detected through a Canine Fecal Float?

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A Canine Fecal Float is a diagnostic test used to detect parasite eggs or cysts in a dog's feces. Trichuris eggs are specifically one type of parasite eggs that can be detected through this test.

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What is a Canine Macrophage?
What is the purpose of Canine Zinc Sulfate Fecal Flotation?
What parasite causes feline lung disease?
What parasite is commonly found in the canine large intestine?
What is the medical term for Filaroides osleri nodules found in the...
What is being tested in a Canine Blood (Knott's Test)?
What is the medical term for a cyst found in a Moose's liver?
What is the medical term for Vole Liver?
What is the medical term for Rabbit Subcutaneous Tissue?
What parasite is commonly found in Northern Pike?
What is commonly found in the canine small intestine?
What can cause infection in Canine Small Intestine?
What parasite is commonly found in canine feces?
What is commonly found in canine feces?
What parasite is commonly found in canine feces?
What parasite is commonly found in canine feces?
What is commonly found in the Canine Small Intestine?
What is typically found in canine feces?
What is typically identified in Canine Feces during a Baermann Exam?
What parasite is commonly detected in a Canine Fecal Float test?
What is the purpose of Canine Fecal Float?
What is identified in a Canine Fecal Float test?
What can be detected in a Canine/Feline Fecal Float?
What is typically seen in a Canine Fecal Float test?
What parasite infects the Canine Small Intestine?
What parasite can commonly infect the canine gallbladder?
What is tested in a Canine/Feline Fecal Float?
What parasite eggs are typically identified in a Canine Fecal Float...
What can be detected through a Canine Fecal Float?
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