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What is the scientific name for canine hookworms ?

The flotation solution that is the best to use to see the cystic stages of intestinal protozoans. 

What is the most preferred fecal floatation solution ? 

Which parasites can infect puppies through the dam’s milk?

When conducting a modified knott’s test what are the main two parasites that can be seen? 

This parasite was found under microscope evaluation of stomach fluids of an aborted calf. The parasite can also be found in the prepuce of bulls and vagina, cervix and uterus of cows.  What parasite is below? 

This is the relationship that exists between two organisms of different species. One member lives on or within the other member. 

Follow up question:               What diagnostic test would you expect the dvm to ask the technician to perform to find the parasite below? Background: An owner brings in his equine patient to the clinic. He notes that the horse has some hair loss around his tail area. He also stated that the horse constantly rubs his tail on the stalls. After a further exam and diagnostic testing , you find the patient has this particular parasite below. 

This is the most efficient flotation solution; however, it will form crystals on the slide and distort the eggs after a period of time. 

How can you tell the difference between a tick and a louse species ?