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A combined approach of VNTR and MLST analysis: improving molecular typing of Argentinean isolates of Leptospira interrogans.
Memorias do Instituto Oswaldo Cruz - 1 Aug 2012
Caimi Karina, Varni Vanina, Melendez Yamil, Koval Ariel, Brihuega Bibiana, Ruybal Paula
Abstract excerpt
Leptospirosis is an emerging infectious disease that has been identified as both a human and animal health problem worldwide. Regular outbreaks associated with specific risk factors have been reported in Argentina. However, there are no available data concerning the genetic population level for this pathogen. Therefore, the aim of this work was to describe the genetic diversity of Leptospira interrogans through...
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