Whole Genome Sequencing of an Unusual Serotype of Shiga Toxin–producing Escherichia coli
Shiga toxin–producing Escherichia coli serotype O117:K1:H7 is a cause of persistent diarrhea in travelers to tropical locations. Whole genome sequencing identified genetic mechanisms involved in the pathoadaptive phenotype. Sequencing also identified toxin and putative adherence genes flanked by seq...
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
2013-08-01
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Series: | Emerging Infectious Diseases |
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Online Access: | https://wwwnc.cdc.gov/eid/article/19/8/13-0016_article |