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Francisella tularensis subsp. tularensis group A.I, United States.
Emerging infectious diseases - 1 May 2014
Birdsell Dawn N, Johansson Anders, Öhrman Caroline, Kaufman Emily, Molins Claudia, Pearson Talima, Gyuranecz Miklós, Naumann Amber, Vogler Amy J, Myrtennäs Kerstin, Larsson Pär, Forsman Mats, Sjödin Andreas, Gillece John D, Schupp James, Petersen Jeannine M, Keim Paul, Wagner David M
Abstract excerpt
We used whole-genome analysis and subsequent characterization of geographically diverse strains using new genetic signatures to identify distinct subgroups within Francisella tularensis subsp. tularensis group A.I: A.I.3, A.I.8, and A.I.12. These subgroups exhibit complex phylogeographic patterns within North America. The widest distribution was observed for A.I.12, which suggests an adaptive advantage.
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