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Discussion on How to run fecal exams
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New Member:
Jalar
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Posted on Wednesday, Mar 9, 2005 - 12:15 pm:
I am running fecal exams for my herd about every month or so. I have a microscope set up in my tack room with 40x-100x-400x. I know the optimal situation is to use a McMasters slide and formula for parasite load however, I was curious about your thoughts on my proceedure.
I collect a tablespoon or so of fecal matter and strain the grass out of it by pushing fecalsol over the sample, thru a tea strainer and into a small cup.
I set up the remaining liquid (that in the cup) in a tube and cover with a slidecover for 10-15 min
Then I read the slide for parasites.
I continue to worm spring and fall with Ivermectin Gold but only worm additionally on an as needed basis.
Do you think this is acceptable?
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DrO
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Posted on Thursday, Mar 10, 2005 - 6:54 am:
I really cannot say, Jamie as I have never seen this procedure evaluated. I would be concerned with the short contact of liquid with the feces.
I am uncertain why you do not do the routine procedure using Fecasol, a commercial fecal vial and strainer, and a regular slide and slip. The only you don't have is the vial and strainer and they only cost a few bucks.
DrO
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