From: Longitudinal study on transmission of MRSA CC398 within pig herds
Moment1) | Compartment | Approximate time in life | Age group | Type of sample | |
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Sows | Pigs | ||||
1 | Farrowing | 1 week before farrowing | Sows | Nasal/vaginal | - |
2 | Farrowing | 3 days after farrowing/birth | Sows/piglets | Nasal/vaginal | Nasal/rectal |
3 | Farrowing | 3 wks after farrowing/birth | Sows/piglets | Nasal/vaginal | Nasal |
4 | Weaning2) | 6 wks after birth | Pigs | - | Nasal |
5 | Weaning | 10 wks after birth | Pigs | - | Nasal |
6 | Finishing3) | 25 wks after birth | Pigs | - | Nasal |