Diagnosing Trichomonas Gallinae Infections in the Pink Pigeon Columba Mayeri: A Comparison of the InPouch TF Culture System
Flagellate protozoan parasite Trichomonas Gallinae is a flagellate protozoan parasite that has been known to infect columbiform birds such as doves and pigeons. This parasite has been identified as agent causing mortality in the endangered pink pigeon (Columbia mayeri) population in Mauritius . There have been various methods in detecting Trichomonas parasites, and some of these methods are applicable for Trichomonas Gallinae. These methods include OSOM rapid test ; wet mount microscopy; and InPouch TF culture system . The objective of the proposed research is to examine the applicability and effectiveness of molecular identification using DNA primer and PCR ; OSOM rapid test for ...
