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Molecular characterization of Giardia intestinalis haplotypes in marine animals: variation and zoonotic potential.
Diseases of aquatic organisms - 19 Aug 2008
Lasek-Nesselquist Erica, Bogomolni Andrea L, Gast Rebecca J, Welch David Mark, Ellis Julie C, Sogin Mitchell L, Moore Michael J
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Giardia intestinalis is a microbial eukaryotic parasite that causes diarrheal disease in humans and other vertebrates worldwide. The negative effect on quality of life and economics caused by G. intestinalis may be increased by its potential status as a zoonosis, or a disease that can be transmitted from animals to humans. The zoonotic potential of G. intestinalis has been implied for over 2 decades, with...
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