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Epidemiological survey and genetic diversity of Bartonella in fleas collected from rodents in Fujian Province, Southeast China.
Parasites & vectors - 18 Jun 2024
Zhou Shuheng, Nian Yuwei, Zeng Zhiwei, Han Tengwei, Liu Weijun, Zheng Kuicheng, Xiao Fangzhen
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BACKGROUND: Fleas, considered to be the main transmission vectors of Bartonella, are highly prevalent and show great diversity. To date, no investigations have focused on Bartonella vectors in Southeast China. The aim of this study was to investigate the epidemiological and molecular characteristics of Bartonella in fleas in Southeast China. METHODS: From 2016 to 2022, flea samples (n = 1119) were collected from...
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