Preparation of gastro-intestinal tracts for submission to the laboratory: A preservation technique

Authors: Rutherford DM
Publication: New Zealand Veterinary Journal, Volume 24, Issue 9, pp 212, Sep 1976
Publisher: Taylor and Francis

Animal type: Livestock
Subject Terms: Abdomen, Alimentary system/gastroenterology, Diagnostic procedures, Pathology
Article class: Correspondence

---

Abstract: Diagnostic parasitologists are often required to examine autolysed, gastro-intestinal tracts. Such specimens are aesthetically unpleasant and fragmentation of worms may have occurred, making it impossible either to identify or count them. Autolysis often occurs following collection while the specimen is in transit to the laboratory. Tests done at Lincoln Animal Health Laboratory have shown that the embalming fluid, Tetraflow, adequately preserves gastro-intestinal tracts…

---