Molecular detection and risk factors of Eimeria in native and exotic chickens under varying management systems in Bangladesh.

ABSTRACT: A cross-sectional study was conducted in Bangladesh to determine the prevalence, molecular detection, and risk factors of Eimeria spp. infection in native and exotic chickens under various management systems. A total of 1,500 fecal samples were collected from different breeds, age groups, and sexes across multiple districts. Fecal examination using flotation and McMaster techniques identified positive cases, followed by molecular detection of Eimeria species. A questionnaire survey was also conducted to assess potential risk factors. Among the 1,500 chickens, 87 (5.8%) were positive for Eimeria oocysts, with higher prevalence in exotic breeds (7.96%) than native breeds (4.13%). The prevalence rates were 18.40%, 13.98%, 12.09%, and 3.40% in Aseel, Broiler, Sonali, and Deshi chickens, respec

SUBMITTER: Rahman MA 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12262850 | biostudies-literature | 2025

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature