Quantitative fecal egg counting is a procedure that determines the number of eggs per gram
(EPG) of strongylid eggs, including barber pole worm (Haemonchus contortus), in a fecal
sample. Quantitative fecal egg counts can be used along with other information, to design and
evaluate a parasite control program. It can also help a producer make breeding decisions and
determine the effectiveness of a dewormer