A blood test is available that looks for evidence of infection with Toxocara larvae. In addition to the blood test, diagnosis of toxocariasis includes identifying the presence of typical clinical signs of VT or OT and a compatible exposure history.
How do you know if you have Toxocara?
Visceral toxocariasis: Visceral toxocariasis occurs when Toxocara larvae migrate to various body organs, such as the liver or central nervous system. Symptoms of visceral toxocariasis include fever, fatigue, coughing, wheezing, or abdominal pain.
How do I know if my dog has Toxocara?
Symptoms can include:1Tiredness.2Weight loss.3Breathing difficulty.4Blurred or cloudy vision.5An inflamed or painful eye.6Rashes.7Seizures.Toxocara Canis - The Healthy Pet Club
How is ocular toxocariasis diagnosed?
OT is diagnosed clinically by identification of clinical signs on ophthalmologic examination. Serological tests, such as enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay (ELISA) for detection of serum antibody against the Toxocara larvae, can confirm the diagnosis.
Why is a fecal examination unsuitable for the detection of Toxocara canis?
Stool examination for ova and parasites is not suitable to diagnose Toxocara infection because larvae do not develop into adult worms and eggs are not excreted in human feces.
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