Sentences with phrase «mycoplasma haemofelis»

The new name for this organism is Mycoplasma haemofelis.

Secondary AIHA may be triggered by cancer, infections such as Feline Leukemia, Feline Immunodeficiency Virus (FIV), blood parasites such as Mycoplasma haemofelis, drug reactions, chemicals, toxins, or bee stings.

Cats with secondary AIHA caused by Mycoplasma haemofelis may respond well to treatment with antibiotics, while cats with cancer or viral disease tend to be less responsive to treatment.

Tests may include a reticulocyte test to detect the number of reticulocytes (immature red blood cells) that are present in the bloodstream, antibody tests such as a Coombs test, or serologic blood tests to detect Feline Leukemia, FIV or parasitic diseases such as Mycoplasma haemofelis.

Blood parasites such as mycoplasma haemofelis or mycoplasma haemominutum may also cause anemia.