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Serum platelet levels in E. Canis-infected dogs (buffy coat smear method) at three different infection phases.
| Phase | Normal platelet count | Decreased platelet count | No data |
|---|---|---|---|
| Before presence of E. canis | 4 (295,000±73,289) | 11 (83,818±53,842) | 4 |
| During presence of E. canis | 0 | 19 (38,240±23,369) | 0 |
| After treatment with doxycycline | 7 (432,000±231,062) | 4 (90,000±66,798) | 8 |
*Number in parentheses represents the mean±SD. E. canis=Ehrlichia canis
