AI Article Synopsis
- A bog turtle in New Jersey was found to have a lower respiratory tract disease linked to a mycoplasmal infection.
- The infection was confirmed through PCR testing and electron microscopy techniques.
- Observations included fluid-filled lungs and signs of proliferative pneumonia during microscopic examination of lung tissue.
Article Abstract
Lower respiratory tract disease associated with mycoplasmal infection was detected in a free-ranging bog turtle (Glyptemys muhlenbergii) from New Jersey, USA. The presence of a mycoplasmal organism was confirmed by PCR and electron microscopy. Fluid-filled lungs were observed grossly, and there was proliferative pneumonia on histopathology.
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