Table 2 |
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Results of a random effects logistic regression model examining factors associated with presence of Giardia duodenalis in cattle feces from feedlots from central and western United States. |
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Predictor |
Odds Ratio (95% confidence interval) |
P - value |
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Days in feedlot |
0.994 (0.991, 0.997) |
<0.001 |
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Avg. Temperature (°C) |
0.978 (0.965, 0.991) |
<0.001 |
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Pen density (m2/head) |
1.001 (1.000, 1.002) |
0.02 |
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Coccidiostat in feed |
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Yes |
Referent category |
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No |
0.704 (0.501, 0.989) |
0.04 |
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Manure removal between lots |
Referent category |
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Yes |
1.83 (1.31, 2.57) |
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No |
<0.001 |
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Hoar et al. BMC Veterinary Research 2009 5:37 doi:10.1186/1746-6148-5-37 |
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