Molecular characterisation of Babesia gibsoni infection from a Pit-bull terrier pup recently imported into South Africa
Canine babesiosis caused by Babesia gibsoni was diagnosed in a 3-month-old Pit-bull pup during a routine clinical examination. Diagnosis was confirmed by way of smear examination, PCR, Reverse Line Blot (RLB) and sequence analysis which showed 100% homology with B. gibsoni (Japan AB118032) and Babes...
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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2007-05-01
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Series: | Journal of the South African Veterinary Association |
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Online Access: | https://jsava.co.za/index.php/jsava/article/view/277 |