Ovine lymph node survey

Authors: van der Wouden M, Irwin J
Publication: New Zealand Veterinary Journal, Volume 29, Issue 9, pp 170, Sep 1981
Publisher: Taylor and Francis

Animal type: Livestock, Production animal, Ruminant, Sheep
Subject Terms: Biosecurity, Disease surveillance, Circulatory system/haematology, Meat, Contamination/hygiene, Public health
Article class: Correspondence

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Abstract: Regulations in this country require sheep lungs to be inspected after slaughter, then either passed for processing into petfood by recognised plants, or to be condemned. One reason for this is the high prevalence of parasitic infection. Full inspection of the lungs is necessary in order to determine the disposition of the carcass and offals. This is performed by viewing and palpating the lungs and the associated lymph nodes. Incisions are made when gross findings warrant such action. In view of the continuing international debate as to the merit of viewing and palpation versus incision, a survey was made to see whether incising lymph nodes and lung tissue after inspection would give additional information and thus change post-mortem judgement…

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