RVC/FAO Guide to Veterinary Diagnostic Parasitology

Abstract

The ‘RVC/FAO Guide to Veterinary Diagnostic Parasitology ‘is a collaborative project which provides a user-friendly computer-aided educational tool for lecturers in both the UK in the developing world. It focuses on the faecal examination of farm animals for helminth parasites. The techniques outlined in the program are designed for basic training and arranged to take the user step-by step through the procedures. Details of their application, limitations and guidelines for health and safety requirements are included. Its intended learner profile is BVM Year 3 and it is linked to the year’s parasitology practical on worm egg identification; students are encouraged to visit the resource as it constitutes a recommended preparation for this practical.