coccidiin
Coccidiin is a term that can refer to several related but distinct concepts within the fields of parasitology and veterinary medicine. Most commonly, it refers to a group of parasitic protozoa belonging to the genus Eimeria or Isospora, which are collectively known as coccidia. These microorganisms are obligate intracellular parasites, meaning they can only reproduce inside the cells of a host.
Coccidia are a significant cause of disease, particularly in young or immunocompromised animals, though they can
Treatment for coccidiosis often involves anticoccidial drugs, such as sulfonamides or ionophores. Prevention strategies include good
In some contexts, "coccidiin" might also be used informally to refer to anticoccidial drugs, which are medications