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Molecular detection and genetic characteristics of Babesia gibsoni in dogs in Shaanxi Province, China.
Parasites & vectors - 22 Jul 2020
Guo Wen-Ping, Xie Guang-Cheng, Li Dan, Su Meng, Jian Rui, Du Luan-Ying
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BACKGROUND: Several members of genus Babesia are important pathogens causing babesiosis in dogs. In China, at least five Babesia species have been described in dogs or ticks. This study sought to determine the prevalence and molecular characteristics of various Babesia spp. in dogs in cities in Shaanxi Province in China, including Xi'an and Hanzhong. METHODS: A total of 371 blood samples were collected from pet...
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