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Effect of Tick-Borne Haemoparasitic Diseases on Haematological Parameters of Small Ruminants Managed Under Semi-intensive System in Wukari Town Taraba State Nigeria

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  • NYIFI, Ambi Silas

    (Department of Animal Production and Health, Federal University Wukari Taraba State Nigeria)

  • BILBONGA, Garleya

    (Department of Animal Production and Health, Federal University Wukari Taraba State Nigeria)

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This study was conducted to determine the effect of tick-borne haemo-parasitic diseases on haematological parameters of small ruminants managed under semi-intensive system in Wukari town Taraba State, Nigeria. A total of 100 blood samples were collected from sheep (n = 50) and goats (n = 50) from February to March, 2023. Giemsa stained blood smears were prepared and examined under light microscope, to screen for haemo-parasites. Packed cell volume (PCV) was determined by microhaematocrit centrifugation technique while haemoglobin (Hb) concentration was determined by Sahli’s method. The total white blood cell (WBC) was estimated with Neubauer haemocytometer. The results showed 13% overall prevalence of tick-borne haemo-parasitic diseases. Prevalence based on specie of animal was higher in goats (16%) than in sheep (10%). Prevalence was observed higher in adults than the young, and there was significant difference between age and prevalence of the haemo-parasites. Sex-wise, prevalence of haemo parasites in both goats and sheep was significantly higher in females than males. Anaplasma infection was more prevalent than Babesia infection in both species of the animals examined. The mean values of PCV, Hb concentration of infected sheep were significantly (P

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  • NYIFI, Ambi Silas & BILBONGA, Garleya, 2023. "Effect of Tick-Borne Haemoparasitic Diseases on Haematological Parameters of Small Ruminants Managed Under Semi-intensive System in Wukari Town Taraba State Nigeria," International Journal of Research and Scientific Innovation, International Journal of Research and Scientific Innovation (IJRSI), vol. 10(11), pages 457-465, November.
    • Handle: RePEc:bjc:journl:v:10:y:2023:i:11:p:457-465
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    1. A. Rymaszewska & S. Grenda, 2008. "Bacteria of the genus Anaplasma - characteristics of Anaplasma and their vectors: a review," Veterinární medicína, Czech Academy of Agricultural Sciences, vol. 53(11), pages 573-584.
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