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Molecular analysis of mitochrondrial cytb of Pediculus humanus capitis in Thailand revealed potential historical connection with South Asia.
PloS one - 1 Jan 2021
Phadungsaksawasdi Kobpat, Sunantaraporn Sakone, Seatamanoch Nirin, Kongdachalert Switt, Phumee Atchara, Kraivichian Kanyarat, Sawaswong Vorthon, Payungporn Sunchai, Brownell Narisa, Siriyasatien Padet
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BACKGROUND: Pediculus humanus capitis or head louse is an obligate ectoparasite and its infestation remains a major public health issue worldwide. Molecular analysis divides head lice into six clades and intra-clade genetic differences have been identified. Several hypotheses have been formulated to elucidate the discrepancies of the variety of head lice among different regions of the world. It is currently...
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