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Identification of genotypes of Giardia intestinalis isolates from a human and calf in Japan.
The Journal of veterinary medical science - 1 Mar 2005
Matsubayashi Makoto, Kimata Isao, Abe Niichiro
Abstract excerpt
Giardia intestinalis is recognized as a significant pathogen in humans and animals, causing diarrhea. Recent molecular studies indicate that G. intestinalis is composed of genetically distinct multiple genotypes. Therefore, it is valuable to distinguish among genotypes in the epidemiology of Giardia infection in humans and animals. Although G. intestinalis has been found in humans and animals in Japan, the...
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