2. Noun. The condition caused by this organism. ¹
¹ Source: wiktionary.com
Definition of Heartworm
1. [n -S]
Medical Definition of Heartworm
1. A filarial parasite primarily of dogs but occurring also in foxes, wolves, and humans. The parasite is transmitted by mosquitoes. (12 Dec 1998)
Lexicographical Neighbors of Heartworm
Literary usage of Heartworm
Below you will find example usage of this term as found in modern and/or classical literature:
1. Code of Federal Regulations by Food and Drug Administration (FDA) Staff (2005)
"(ii) For prevention of heartworm and ascarid infections in dogs, the drug may be
added to the daily diet at a dosage rate of 3.0 milligrams per pound of ..."
2. The Dog: Bibliography January 1985-January 1994 by Cynthia P. Smith (1995)
"... Dosage; Drug effects Abstract: One hundred four heartworm-free Beagles < 1
... and of 2 other ivermectin tablet formulations against heartworm larvae. ..."
3. Mineral Tolerance of Animals by National Research Council (U. S.) (2005)
"... intramuscular or intravenous injection are used to treat heartworm infection
in dogs. DIFFICULTIES IN METHODS OF ANALYSIS AND EVALUATION The most common ..."
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