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Phylogenetic inference of Coxiella burnetii by 16S rRNA gene sequencing.
PloS one - 1 Jan 2017
McLaughlin Heather P, Cherney Blake, Hakovirta Janetta R, Priestley Rachael A, Conley Andrew, Carter Andrew, Hodge David, Pillai Segaran P, Weigel Linda M, Kersh Gilbert J, Sue David
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Coxiella burnetii is a human pathogen that causes the serious zoonotic disease Q fever. It is ubiquitous in the environment and due to its wide host range, long-range dispersal potential and classification as a bioterrorism agent, this microorganism is considered an HHS Select Agent. In the event of an outbreak or intentional release, laboratory strain typing methods can contribute to epidemiological...
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