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Phylogenetic Analysis of Porcine Circovirus Type 2 in Wild Boars from Argentina.
EcoHealth - 1 Jun 2026
Williman Macarena Marta, Negrelli Pilar Melisa, Ozaeta Diana Sofía, Colina Santiago Emanuel, Machuca Mariana Alejandra, Carpinetti Bruno Nicolás, Cappuccio Javier Alejandro, Echeverría María Gabriela, Metz Germán Ernesto, Serena María Soledad
Abstract excerpt
PCV2 ORF 2 is highly variable and allows classification of PCV2 in eight genotypes, with type 'b' and 'd' being the most prevalent in domestic swine. Wild boars are considered an important reservoir of viruses, and for this reason, our goal is to investigate the genetic diversity of PCV2 in Argentina. A total of 152 animals were captured in two seasons according to national disposition. Blood, lung, heart,...
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