Equine piroplasmosis
- Pronunciation
- /ek-wine pi-roh-plaz-moh-sis/
- Category
- Disease
- Singular
- Equine piroplasmosis
- Plural
- Equine piroplasmoses
Definition
A disease of horses caused by the protozoan parasites Babesia caballi and Theileria equi, which are transmitted by ticks.
Etymology
From 'equine' (referring to horses), 'piroplasmosis' referring to a disease caused by a protozoan parasite of the genus Piroplasma.
Example
Equine piroplasmosis can cause fever, anemia, and weakness in horses.
Related Terms
- Babesia caballi
- Theileria equi
- Ticks
- Horses
Usage Notes
Equine piroplasmosis is a serious disease that can be fatal in severe cases. Control measures include tick control and diagnosis through blood tests.