Worm Egg Counts - What do the results mean?
Explanation of results ≤ 200 epg =low count 225-1200 epg = medium count above 1200 epg = high count
Epg (Eggs Per Gram) counts ≤ 200 is a low count below which worming is not considered necessary. Worming is recommended where epg > 200. Where high counts are recorded or even with low counts where the horse’s health is cause for concern owners should seek the advice of their veterinary surgeon.
Limitations - Worm egg counts cannot detect the presence of encysted or immature worms. A recording of no eggs seen indicates that there are no mature adult worms producing eggs at the time of sampling and from the sample provided. The tests cannot detect the presence of tapeworms or pinworms although eggs are seen in samples on occasions * (recorded if seen). To test for the presence of tapeworm a blood test is required - performed by the vet. A simple tape test can be done to check for the presence of pinworm.
Epg (Eggs Per Gram) counts ≤ 200 is a low count below which worming is not considered necessary. Worming is recommended where epg > 200. Where high counts are recorded or even with low counts where the horse’s health is cause for concern owners should seek the advice of their veterinary surgeon.
Limitations - Worm egg counts cannot detect the presence of encysted or immature worms. A recording of no eggs seen indicates that there are no mature adult worms producing eggs at the time of sampling and from the sample provided. The tests cannot detect the presence of tapeworms or pinworms although eggs are seen in samples on occasions * (recorded if seen). To test for the presence of tapeworm a blood test is required - performed by the vet. A simple tape test can be done to check for the presence of pinworm.
