The Swine Health Blackbelt Podcast - Dr. Stephanie Rossow: Coccidia Diagnosis Innovations | Ep. 128

the swine health blackbelt Oct 23, 2024

In this special rerun episode of The Swine Health Blackbelt Podcast, Dr. Stephanie Rossow discusses the advantages of a new PCR assay for coccidia detection. Coccidia, a longstanding concern in swine health, significantly impacts young pigs, leading to economic losses through decreased productivity and higher mortality rates if left unmanaged. Effective diagnosis and control strategies are essential for maintaining optimal swine health and farm profitability. Tune in to learn how this innovative tool can improve coccidia management in young pigs.

What will you learn:
 

  • PCR assay development
  • Disease diagnosis challenges
  • Sampling techniques
  • Interpretation of results
  • Diagnostic flexibility

Meet the guest:

Dr. Stephanie Rossow is an Associate Professor at the University of Minnesota, specializing in swine health diagnostics. With a Ph.D. from the University of Minnesota and a DVM from Kansas State University, she brings extensive expertise in developing diagnostic tools for the swine industry.