Abstract

This study aims to analyse Transtracheal Wash (TTW) and Tracheal Wash (TW) samples cytologically from healthy camels and those affected by respiratory disorders. Endoscopy was used to examine the lower respiratory tract and to take TW samples, while TTW was done through using a special needle and catheter. Cytological analysis of TTW and TW fluid were analysed for fifteen camels, six healthy camels and nine camels affected by respiratory disorders. Oral cells were found in the TW sample due to contamination while inserting the endoscope. The TTW procedure is easier, quicker and without the use of an endoscope, compared to the TW procedure. The concentration of neutrophils in the TTW and TW samples of affected camels were higher, compared to the concentration in samples from healthy camels. A lower concentration of macrophages was present in the TTW and TW samples from affected animals, compared to the samples from healthy camels. The cytological analysis of the TTW and TW samples indicated that there was no significant difference between healthy and affected camels.

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