MYCOPLASMA IOWAE INFECTION

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Causative Agent(s)

Mycoplasma iowae

Clinical Presentation and Epidemiology

Turkey breeder flocks with Mycoplasma iowae infection show no clinical signs other than reduced hatchability (usually 2%–5%) due to embryo mortality in the last 10 days of incubation. In many flocks, the hatchability returns to normal after 1–2 months.

Diagnostic Consideration

In turkeys, M iowae infection should be considered in cases of late embryo mortality and decreased hatchability and in young turkeys with leg and vertebral chondrodystrophy. M meleagridis and nutrient deficiencies are the top differential diagnoses for these conditions respectively.

Management and Treatment

The best method of control and prevention for Mycoplasma iowae infection is to establish and maintain turkey breeder flocks free of M iowae.