Commentary highlights key diagnostic methods and molecular techniques for identifying microfilariae in poultry, suggesting further research opportunities.
This letter responds to the recent article by Srikacha and Pornpanom (2025) on the morphological and molecular identification of microfilariae in chickens in Northeastern Thailand. We commend the authors for their important contributions to avian parasitology and offer additional perspectives on molecular techniques, sex-based infection patterns, pathological implications, and host specificity. Emphasis is placed on potential improvements in diagnostic methods and suggestions for future research directions to enhance understanding of filarial infections in poultry and their broader One Health relevance.
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