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Molecular characterization and population genetics of Theileria parva in Burundi's unvaccinated cattle: Towards the introduction of East Coast fever vaccine.
PloS one - 1 Jan 2021
Atuhaire David Kalenzi, Muleya Walter, Mbao Victor, Niyongabo Joseph, Nyabongo Lionel, Nsanganiyumwami Deogratias, Salt Jeremy, Namangala Boniface, Musoke Antony Jim
Abstract excerpt
Theileria parva (T. parva) is a protozoan parasite that causes East Coast fever (ECF). The disease is endemic in Burundi and is a major constraint to livestock development. In this study, the parasite prevalence in cattle in six regions namely; Northern, Southern, Eastern, Western, Central and North Eastern was estimated. Furthermore, the sequence diversity of p67, Tp1 and Tp2 genes was assessed coupled with the...
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