Serological and molecular detection of leptospira spp in dogs
Rev. Soc. Bras. Med. Trop
; 51(3): 364-367, Apr.-June 2018. tab
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ABSTRACT
Abstract INTRODUCTION:
This study aimed to detect anti-Leptospira spp antibodies and Leptospira DNA in domestic dogs.METHODS:
Blood and urine from 106 dogs were evaluated by microscopic agglutination test (MAT) and polymerase chain reaction (PCR), respectively.RESULTS:
Six (5.7%) and one (1%) animals were positive by MAT and PCR, respectively.CONCLUSIONS:
These results show a low prevalence of infection by Leptospira spp. The absence of positive results for the Icterohaemorrhagiae serogroup indicates the small relevance of these dogs as sources of human leptospirosis.Palabras clave
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Asunto principal:
Pruebas de Aglutinación
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Reacción en Cadena de la Polimerasa
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Enfermedades de los Perros
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Leptospira
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Leptospirosis
Tipo de estudio:
Diagnostic_studies
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Prevalence_studies
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Risk_factors_studies
País/Región como asunto:
America do sul
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Brasil
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En
Revista:
Rev. Soc. Bras. Med. Trop
Asunto de la revista:
MEDICINA TROPICAL
Año:
2018
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Article