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Equine Analyses

Coprological analyses (parasites) are carried out according to several distinct techniques which make it possible to highlight the presence of parasites in their various forms (adult stages, larval stages, eggs).

We are, of course, willing to advise you on diagnostic issues beyond selective deworming, because even if you do not opt for a complex program, a coprological examination before deworming medication remains highly recommended.

We also offer all the necessary analyses for parasitic research associated with coprological analysis, such as cultures, DNA detection (PCR), IFAT, ELISA.

Material and Quantity:

  •   The necessary materials and quantities are indicated below each analysis.
  • A sufficient quantity of faeces must be sent depending on the analyses (minimum 20 to 50 g) for equines. Do not forget to identify samples.
  • Sedimentation-Flotation and MacMaster sensitivity can be increased by taking coprological samples over several days (e.g. 1 sample taken over 3 consecutive days).

Corpological Analysis – Equines

- Nematodes, Cestodes, Coccidians oocysts, detection + egg count (EPG determination: Egg per Gram) Quantity: 40 g / 2 dung balls min.
- Détection Nématodes, Cestodes, Oocystes coccidiens + comptage des œufs (détermination EpG : Egg per Gram) + détection des vers pulmonaires. Quantité : 50g / 2 boules de crottin min.
- A method which allows Nematode (Strongyles, Parascaris equorum) eggs excretion rate detection. Expressed in EPG (Egg per Gram). Quantity: 20 g / 1-2 dung balls min.
- Nematodes, Cestodes and Coccidians oocysts parasite eggs detection. Method sensitivity can be increased by taking coprological samples over several days (e.g. 1 sample taken over 3 consecutive days). Quantity: 40 g / 2 dung balls min.
- Due to resistance cases increase, it is recommended to carry out this resistance test 14-17 days post-treatments, to determine the FECRT. Quantity: 20 g / 1-2 dung balls min
- Qualitative method for highlighting lungworms (Dictyocaulus arnfieldi). Infestation is rare in horses and occurs mainly when in contact with donkeys. Quantity: 20 g / 1-2 dung balls min.
- On blade (adhesive) direct Oxyuris equi egg detection. To increase test sensitivity, repeat the scotch test over several days (2, 3 days).
- The culture is made from a positive coprological sample (Strongyles eggs presence). Used to differentiate larvae from small to large Strongyles. Quantity: 50-100 g, taken over 3 days.
- Detection of small and large liver flukes. Quantity: Since coprological excretion is not constant, it is important to take a coprological sample for several consecutive days (min 5 days).
Le programme de la vermifugation sélective est basé sur l’analyse régulière d’échantillons de matière fécale tout au long de l’année. Ces analyses permettent d’obtenir une vue d’ensemble précise de l’excrétion des œufs de parasites pour chaque cheval. Seuls les animaux avec une excrétion d’œufs élevée (>200 EpG, ou sécrétion de parasites particuliers) seront traités. Les analyses de la vermifugation sélective sont principalement le Mac Master. On recommande fortement de combiner l’analyse avec la sédimentation-flottation pour augmenter la sensibilité du test. Vous trouverez de plus amples informations sur la vermifugation sélective sur notre page dédiée.

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