Sarcocystis spp. in llamas (Lama glama) in Southern Bolivia: A cross sectional study of the prevalence,risk factors and loss in income caused by carcass downgrades |
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| Authors: | AL Rooney G Limon H Vides A Cortez J Guitian |
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| Institution: | 1. The Royal Veterinary College, Hawkshead Lane, North Mymms, Hatfield, Hertforshire, United Kingdom;2. PROMETA, Calle Alejandro del Carpio 659, Casilla 59, Tarija, Bolivia |
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| Abstract: | Llamas (Lama glama) are intermediate hosts of the protozoan parasite Sarcocystis spp. This parasite is described as causing economic losses in the production of llama meat in South America. The aim of this study was to estimate prevalence, identify risk factors and explore spatial patterns of Sarcocystis in llamas in an area of the Bolivian High Plateau including estimating financial losses due to carcass downgrades as a result of the presence of Sarcocystis cysts. |
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| Keywords: | Sarcocystis Parasite Abattoir Llama (Lama glama) Bolivia Meat inspection Economic loss |
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