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First identification and genotyping of Enterocytozoon bieneusi and Encephalitozoon spp. in pet rabbits in China.
BMC veterinary research - 22 Jun 2020
Deng Lei, Chai Yijun, Xiang Leiqiong, Wang Wuyou, Zhou Ziyao, Liu Haifeng, Zhong Zhijun, Fu Hualin, Peng Guangneng
Abstract excerpt
BACKGROUND: Microsporidia are common opportunistic parasites in humans and animals, including rabbits. However, only limited epidemiology data concern about the prevalence and molecular characterization of Enterocytozoon bieneusi and Encephalitozoon spp. in rabbits. This study is the first detection and genotyping of Microsporidia in pet rabbits in China. RESULTS: A total of 584 faecal specimens were collected...
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