Performing a direct fecal smear in Lugol's iodine helps detect the presence of intestinal parasites or their eggs by staining them, increasing visibility under the microscope. This method allows for a quick and preliminary diagnosis of parasitic infections in the gastrointestinal tract, aiding in prompt treatment and management.
Will give information of presence of blood, undigested food, and presence of intestinal parasites.
Direct smear
From dirty things, direct contact(from other people) and others.
fecal in Tagalog: dumi
fecal in Tagalog: dumi
A fecal test for cats is important to check for internal parasites and other health issues. It should be done at least once a year, or more frequently if recommended by your veterinarian based on your cat's lifestyle and health status.
Not exactly. Fecal stasis just means that there hasn't been any bowel movements. While fecal impaction means some of the stool has become hardened and prevents the passage of more stool. Fecal impaction is one cause of fecal stasis.
because if there is fecal contamination it would be easy to detect thus preventing diseases outbreaks those areas
Fecal disimpaction is the removal of impacted feces in the rectum.
A smear is good for seeing any motile parasites in the feces, eggs may also be discovered though not as great as float because of the background material. Giardia is often missed in float because of weight of cysts, but may also be missed in smear as the cysts and trophozoite are not always shed.
Fecal odor breath is poop/dung breath