Secretory microRNA Profiles of Third- and Fourth-Stage <i>Dirofilaria immitis</i> Larvae with Different Macrocyclic Lactone Susceptibility: In Search of Biomarkers for Early Detection of Infection

The canine heartworm, <i>Dirofilaria immitis</i>, is among the most important parasites of dogs in the United States and worldwide, and may cause severe and potentially fatal disease. Current diagnostic recommendations rely on serological detection of an adult female antigen, and visuali...

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Main Authors: Lucienne Tritten, Erica J. Burkman, Tobias Clark, Guilherme G. Verocai
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2021-06-01
Series:Pathogens
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Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2076-0817/10/7/786