Development of a Multiplex PCR Assay for Detection and Discrimination of Pathogenic and Saprophytic Leptospira in Water
Leptospirosis is a zoonosis prevalent in tropical countries and affects animals and humans alike. Leptospira interrogans, the causative organism for this waterborne infection, spreads through the urine of infected animals. There is a direct link between contaminated water and Leptospira outbreaks. T...
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Language: | English |
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Journal of Pure and Applied Microbiology
2021-03-01
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Series: | Journal of Pure and Applied Microbiology |
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Online Access: | https://microbiologyjournal.org/development-of-a-multiplex-pcr-assay-for-detection-and-discrimination-of-pathogenic-and-saprophytic-leptospira-in-water/ |