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Prevalence and genetic variability of Anaplasma phagocytophilum in wild rodents from the Italian alps.
Parasites & vectors - 14 Jun 2017
Rosso Fausta, Tagliapietra Valentina, Baráková Ivana, Derdáková Marketa, Konečný Adam, Hauffe Heidi Christine, Rizzoli Annapaola
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BACKGROUND: Human granulocytic anaplasmosis is a zoonotic bacterial disease with increasing relevance for public health in Europe. The understanding of its sylvatic cycle and identification of competent reservoir hosts are essential for improving disease risk models and planning preventative measures. RESULTS: In 2012 we collected single ear biopsy punches from 964 live-trapped rodents in the Province of Trento,...
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