Summary
The outcomes of this project will be a better understanding of the status of Australian chicken flocks in relation to chlamydiosis, particularly as it relates to the possible spread of the disease to humans.
Program
Chicken Meat
Research Organisation
The University of Melbourne
Objective Summary
To investigate the extent and prevalence of chlamydiosis in Australian poultry flocks To determine the species of Chlamydia/Chlamydophila involved in clinical disease To understand if the role of the pathogen is primary or secondary To develop areliable and sensitive detection test for chlamydiosis in poultry To develop a reliable and sensitive serological test for chlamydiosis in poultry
Project Code
PRJ-000611
Project Stage
Closed
Project Start Date
Tuesday, August 1, 2006
Project Completion Date
Friday, April 1, 2011
National Priority
Promoting and maintaining good health
National Priority
Protecting Australia from invasive diseases and pests
National Priority
CME-Improving Food Safety of Australian Chicken Meat