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Multi-locus sequence typing of Ehrlichia ruminantium strains from geographically diverse origins and collected in Amblyomma variegatum from Uganda.
Parasites & vectors - 15 Jul 2011
Nakao Ryo, Magona Joseph W, Zhou Lijia, Jongejan Frans, Sugimoto Chihiro
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BACKGROUND: The rickettsial bacterium Ehrlichia ruminantium is the causative agent of heartwater in ruminants. A better understanding of the population genetics of its different strains is, however, needed for the development of novel diagnostic tools, therapeutics and prevention strategies. Specifically, the development of effective vaccination policies relies on the proper genotyping and characterisation of...
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