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Parasite load assessment and host processing (Insecta)

Subcategory: parasitological
Papers: 1 | Mentions: 1

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Description

Systematic examination of host insects for parasites, counting and removal of parasites, followed by drying and weighing of both hosts and parasites for biomass determination.

Typical Equipment

  • scint vials
  • aluminum tins
  • drying oven
  • analytical balance
  • desiccant

Output Measurements

  • parasite count per host
  • host dry mass
  • parasite dry mass