Studies on the Serological Response in Sheep to Naturally Acquired Gastro-intestinal Nematodes
- 1 September 1957
- journal article
- research article
- Published by Cambridge University Press (CUP) in Journal of Helminthology
- Vol. 31 (3) , 145-160
- https://doi.org/10.1017/s0022149x00004387
Abstract
An inverse relationship has been demonstrated between egg counts and antibody titres. This relationship is also evident on a seasonal basis in the “spring rise”. The “spring rise” is preceded by a decrease in the immune status of the sheep and is terminated by a self cure mechanism which establishes a period of protection. The significance of these findings is discussed with regard to the onset and development of the “spring rise”.Keywords
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