Publications by authors named "P C Bartley"

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  • Ovine toxoplasmosis, caused by the parasite Toxoplasma gondii, leads to reproductive issues in sheep and poses public health risks to humans through contaminated meat, water, and dairy products.
  • A study in northeastern Brazil examined the prevalence and genetic characteristics of T. gondii by collecting blood and tissue samples from 256 sheep at slaughterhouses.
  • Results showed a seroprevalence of 31.64% and identified atypical genotypes, emphasizing the need for control measures to reduce the risk of human exposure, especially since sheep meat is a vital protein source.
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This study aimed to evaluate the presence and viability of in chickens intended for human consumption in the Pernambuco State, Brazil. Blood and tissue samples were collected from 25 chickens sold in markets in Recife, Pernambuco. Samples were evaluated by indirect immunofluorescence assay (IFA) to detect antibodies to .

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The objective of this study was to characterise a -induced abortion outbreak on a goat farm in the State of Paraíba, Northeast Region of Brazil. From a herd of 10 does, seven experienced abortions and one gave birth to twins (one stillborn and the other weak and underdeveloped). Serum samples from all of the does were analysed by indirect fluorescent antibody test (IFAT).

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This study aimed to genotype isolates of obtained from samples of brain, diaphragm and heart of goats and sheep intended for human consumption in the State of Paraíba, Brazil. Tissue samples from 14 animals, goats ( = 5) and lambs ( = 9), were sourced from public slaughterhouses in seven cities and bio-assayed in mice. The brains of the mice were utilized for DNA extraction.

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is a causative agent of cryptosporidiosis, an infectious gastroenteritis in neonatal ruminants, which can be fatal in severe cases. The aim of this study was to determine the prevalence of infections in dairy cattle/calves during the early stages of a calving season and the species/genotypes of the present. Faecal samples collected from pre- and post-partum dams ( = 224) as well as calves from age ∼1 day onwards ( = 312) were examined.

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