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Characterization and population genetics of Haemonchus contortus in Merino sheep in Lesotho.
Research in veterinary science - 1 Dec 2023
Phalatsi Moeketsi Solomon, Dawuda Philip Makama, Adeola Adeniyi Charles, Makalo Mabusetsa Joseph Raporoto, Bohloa Lineo, Thekisoe Oriel Matlhahane Molifi
Abstract excerpt
Haemonchus contortus is the most pathogenic and economically restrictive gastrointestinal nematode in the small ruminant industry globally. Morbidity, poor cross-bodily state, and mortality of sheep in Lesotho suggest the presence of H. contortus. The present study investigated the morphological, molecular, and population genetics of H. contortus third-stage larvae infecting sheep in four ecological zones (EZ) of...
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