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Development and validation of a microsatellite marker-based method for tracing infections by Microsporum canis.
Journal of dermatological science - 1 May 2013
Pasquetti Mario, Peano Andrea, Soglia Dominga, Min Anna Rita Molinar, Pankewitz Florian, Ohst Torsten, Gräser Yvonne
Abstract excerpt
BACKGROUND: Microsporum canis is a dermatophyte fungus harbored by cats and dogs and is frequently transmitted to humans. Molecular tools able to discriminate fungal isolates at the strain level would prove extremely useful for confirming the route of infection, thus contributing to optimization of prophylaxis and hygienic regimens. OBJECTIVE: To develop and validate a microsatellite marker-based method for use...
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