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Molecular survey of Toxoplasma gondii B1 gene in pigs from various localities in Korea.
Parasites, hosts and diseases - 1 Aug 2024
Kwak Dongmi, Seo Min-Goo
Abstract excerpt
Toxoplasma gondii, a common protozoan parasite, poses significant public health risks due to its potential to cause toxoplasmosis in humans and can be contracted from pigs, which are considered its critical intermediate host. The aim of this study is to evaluate the prevalence of T. gondii in slaughtered pigs for human consumption, emphasizing the zoonotic implications and the need for improved biosecurity and...
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