RVC/FAO guide to Veterinary Parasitology
Quantitative test tube flotation: Procedure step 1
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Weigh 3 gm of faeces and put into a tea strainer.

weighing faeces

pestle and mortar with faeces and collection bag

Warning!!!

Faeces must be fresh and stored in a coolbox for transportation to the laboratory. The samples must then be transferred to a refrigerator and stored between +4°C and +8°C.

The faeces should be examined within 2 weeks from day of collection.

 

Health and Safety

Faeces may contain hazardous pathogens (bacteria, viruses etc). Appropriate hygiene and safety procedures should be employed. Local health and safety regulations should be observed.

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