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Comparative genomics highlights the virulence and evolutionary trajectory of white spot syndrome virus.
The Journal of general virology - 1 Nov 2024
Puttirungroj Pattama, Kawato Satoshi, Mwamburi Samuel Mwakisha, Furukawa Miho, Oomine Risako, Koiwai Keiichiro, Kondo Hidehiro, Hirono Ikuo
Abstract excerpt
White spot syndrome virus (WSSV) poses a significant threat to shrimp aquaculture, leading to substantial economic losses. This study aims to evaluate the virulence and evolution of recent WSSV outbreaks in Japan. Shrimp infected with WSSV were collected from Okinawa, Miyakojima and Miyazaki prefectures, yielding a total of seven isolates. Through injection and immersion tests, the lethal dose 50% endpoints were...
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