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S M Shah

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Immunoglobulin receptors used in avian Mycoplasma identification.

Among 77 isolates of avian Mycoplasma examined, IgG receptors were demonstrated on six of the nine species represented. Species identified with receptors were: Mycoplasma gallisepticum (two receptors of approximately 84,000 and 75,000 molecular weight [MW]), M. gallinarum (one receptor of approximately 135,000 MW), M. pullorum (one receptor of approximately 130,000 MW), M. gallinaceum (one receptor of approximately 125,000 MW), M. iowae (two receptors of approximately 50,000 and 38,000 MW), and M. synoviae (two receptors of approximately 91,000 and 81,000 MW). The IgG receptors demonstrated in Western blots consistently identified each of the six species. No IgG receptors were detected on M. iners, M. gallopavonis, or M. meleagridis.

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Current perspectives on hematospermia: a review.

Hematospermia is a disconcerting symptom that produces extreme anxiety in sexually active male patients. To understand the pathophysiology of hematospermia, the anatomy of the ejaculatory system and neurophysiology of emission and ejaculation is essential. Emission and ejaculation must be present for hematospermia to occur. Hematospermia may be the result of inflammation, infection, ductal obstruction or cysts, neoplasms, vascular abnormalities, and systemic or iatrogenic factors. Most patients promptly consult a urologist after an episode of hematospermia. History and physical examination are often unrevealing and the judicious use of imaging modalities, such as transrectal ultrasound, MRI, and rigid or flexible endoscopy may be diagnostic. Unless the specific etiology is defined, most cases are managed expectantly. We review the etiology of hematospermia and an algorithm is provided for the diagnosis and management.

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