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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 ? 

These were found on a fecal flotation of a dogs. The patient presented with loose stool and watery diarrhea. What is the common name of this parasite? 

What do schistosomes of wild migratory birds cause in humans ? 

A sheep is being evaluated for having painful swelling sites. You are assisting the dvm and find this tick on it.   What is the parasite below?

A canine patient presented to the clinic with an aggravated site on its back. The site appeared to have a cystlike subcutaneous site with a hole in the back. The dvm stated it seems like the patients has warbles.  What is the name of this parasite ? 

 True or false: The majority of American citizens are descendants of immigrants?