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NGS-based detection and differentiation of Entamoeba in Algerian wildlife and domestic animals.
Protist - 1 Sept 2025
Ali Zouaoui Meriem, Guilane Asma, O'Brien Andersen Lee, Tazerouti Fadila, Boutellis Amina, Stensvold Christen Rune
Abstract excerpt
This study investigated the distribution and genetic diversity of Entamoeba in 217 faecal samples from mammals, birds, rodents, reptiles, amphibians, fish, and invertebrates sampled across Algeria. By next-generation sequencing (NGS)-based metabarcoding of SSU rDNA, an overall positivity rate of 13 % (n = 29/217) was observed, with positive cases limited to five host families: Bovidae, Camelidae, Equidae,...
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