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Phylogenetic analysis of small ruminant lentiviruses in Mongolian sheep supports an ancient east-west split for the genotype A.
Veterinary research communications - 1 Jun 2024
Davaasuren Nergui, Molaee Vahid, Erdene-Ochir Tseren-Ochir, Nyamdavaa Guugandaa, Ganzorig Sumiya, Mazzei Maurizio, Sakoda Yoshihiro, Lühken Gesine, Tumenjargal Sharav
Abstract excerpt
The ovine maedi-visna virus (MVV) and caprine arthritis-encephalitis virus (CAEV) are small ruminant lentiviruses (SRLVs) with striking genetic and structural similarities. The presence of SRLV in Mongolian sheep and goats was serologically demonstrated more than a decade ago; however, the viral genotype remains unknown. In total, 329 blood samples were collected from two sheep breeds (i.e., Khalkha and Sumber)...
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