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Analysis of the genetic diversity of the nematode parasite Baylisascaris schroederi from wild giant pandas in different mountain ranges in China.
Parasites & vectors - 8 Aug 2013
Zhou Xuan, Xie Yue, Zhang Zhi-he, Wang Cheng-dong, Sun Yun, Gu Xiao-bin, Wang Shu-xian, Peng Xue-rong, Yang Guang-you
Abstract excerpt
BACKGROUND: Baylisascaris schroederi is one of the most common nematodes of the giant panda, and can cause severe baylisascarosis in both wild and captive giant pandas. Previous studies of the giant pandas indicated that this population is genetically distinct, implying the presence of a new subspecies. Based on the co-evolution between the parasite and the host, the aim of this study was to investigate the...
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