Comparison of Transmission of Anaplasma marginale Infection using Needle-free and Standard Needle Injection

Authors

  • J. B. Reinbold Department of Clinical Sciences, Kansas State University, Manhattan, KS
  • J. F. Coetzee Department of Clinical Sciences, Kansas State University, Manhattan, KS
  • L. C. Hollis Department of Animal Sciences and Industry, Kansas State University, Manhattan, KS
  • R. R. Ganta Department of Diagnostic Medicine I Pathobiology, Kansas State University, Manhattan, KS

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.21423/aabppro20074619

Keywords:

Anaplasma marginale, management procedure, Iatrogenic transmission, needle-free injection, needle injection

Abstract

Iatrogenic transmission of Anaplasma marginale, associated with livestock management procedures, is a concern for veterinarians and producers worldwide. The purpose of this study was to compare transmission of A. marginale infection from an infected steer to uninfected steers following needle-free versus conventional needle injection.

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Published

2007-09-20

Issue

2007

Section

Research Summaries 4

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