Understanding the interactions between Eimeria infection and gut microbiota, towards the control of chicken coccidiosis: a review

The gastrointestinal tract in poultry harbours a diverse microbial community that serves a crucial role in digestion and protection. Disruption of the gut environment due to Eimeria spp. parasite infection causes an imbalance in intestinal homeostasis, driving the increment of pathogens such as Clos...

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Main Authors: Madlala Thabile, Okpeku Moses, Adeleke Matthew Adekunle
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: EDP Sciences 2021-01-01
Series:Parasite
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Online Access:https://www.parasite-journal.org/articles/parasite/full_html/2021/01/parasite200136/parasite200136.html