Limited risk of Zika virus transmission by five Aedes albopictus populations from Spain

Limited risk of Zika virus transmission by five Aedes albopictus populations from Spain

Abstract Background Aedes albopictus, the Asian tiger mosquito, is an exotic invasive species in Europe. It has substantial public health relevance due to its potential role in transmitting several human pathogens. Out of the European countries, Spain has one of the highest risk levels of autochthon...

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Main Authors: Mikel A. González, Márcio G. Pavan, Rosilainy S. Fernandes, Núria Busquets, Mariana R. David, Ricardo Lourenço-Oliveira, Ana L. García-Pérez, Rafael Maciel-de-Freitas
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2019-03-01
Series:Parasites & Vectors
Subjects:
Aedes albopictus
Zika virus
Spanish populations
Vector competence
Viral copies
RT-qPCR
Online Access:http://link.springer.com/article/10.1186/s13071-019-3359-1

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