INTERPRETING NEMATODE TEST REPORTS

CONTENTS

Units of Nematode Density

Extraction Efficiency

Species Recovered

Time of Sample

Damage Threshold Information

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After one receives sample results from a nematode analysis laboratory, the results must be interpreted properly before a management decision can be made. Almost all laboratories have developed their own forms to report results of nematode tests but they all contain essentially the same information. Several factors need to be considered when interpreting the information on these forms. Select an item from the contents menu for more information.

This information was modified from Russell Ingham and Kathy Merrifield. 1996. A Guide to Nematode Biology and Management in Mint. Integrated Plant Protection Center, Oregon State University, Corvallis. Pub. No. 996. 38 p.