(MG) infection is commonly designated
as chronic respiratory disease in chickens and as infectious sinusitis in turkeys.
M. gallisepticum is the most pathogenic avian Mycoplasma, however, strains may differ
markedly in virulence. Primary isolation is made in enriched broth medium
containing 10-15% serum, then plated on agar. Typical colonies are identified
by immunofluorescence. Agglutination reactions and (ELISA) are commonly used
for diagnosis.
