2021
DOI: 10.1016/j.vprsr.2021.100580
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Prevalence of infection with Dirofilaria immitis in cats in Townsville, Australia

Abstract: Diro laria immitis commonly infects Australian dogs. Studies on the prevalence of infection by this parasitic helminth in Australia cats are rare and relatively old. Data obtained from other countries would suggest a likely prevalence of 4.7-16%. The current study aimed to determine the prevalence of D. immitis in an endemic region of Australia by antigen, antibody and PCR testing. Methods172 healthy cats over 6 months of age from the Townsville region of Australia were tested for D. immitis speci c antibodies… Show more

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