Table 5.
Chi-Square analysis on parasites infection rate of different laboratory animals in Plateau State, Nigeria
| Laboratory animals | n | Number positive (%) | χ2 | DF | p-value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rabbits | 72 | 26 (36.11) | 27.64 | 3 | < 0.01# |
| Guinea pigs | 55 | 20 (36.36) | |||
| Mice | 50 | 34 (68.00) | |||
| Rats | 29 | 3 (10.34) |
n = Number of laboratory animals sampled
χ2 = Chi-Square value
DF = Degrees of Freedom
# = Significant at p < 0.05