Project Number: 6612-32000-002-02
Project Type: Trust

Start Date: Dec 01, 2006
End Date: Jun 01, 2008

Objective:
To determine the prevalence, antimicrobial resistance characterization, and genetic profile of E. coli 0157:H7 in the U.S. swine herd.

Approach:
As part of the 2006 NAHMS study, 60 fecal samples from approximately 250 swine operations in 17 states will be collected. With additional funding, the prevalence of E. coli O157:h7 will be determined on approximately 25% of these samples (about 3300 samples). All confirmed E. coli O015:H7 isolates will be analyzed to determine antimicrobial resistance profiles.