Some Studies on the Helminth Collection at the Helminthology Division, NVRC, Muguga.

Abstract

Helminth parasites cause diseases of extreme importance to humans and domestic and wild animals, resulting in great economic loss. Accurate identification of these parasites is vital in medical, veterinary and biological fields. Correct identification is therefore an important prerequisite for successful treatment and economic control. In recognition of this, the Helminthology Division of NVRC Muguga has established a reference helminth collection with the objective of building a capability for helminth identification by morphological methods. The collection, which includes helminths of both domestic and wild animals, will be available for staff training and research as well as providing a helminth identification service for farmers, veterinarians and researchers.