The Importance of Complementary PCR Analysis in Addition to Serological Testing for the Detection of Transmission Sources of <i>Brucella</i> spp. in Greek Ruminants

The Importance of Complementary PCR Analysis in Addition to Serological Testing for the Detection of Transmission Sources of <i>Brucella</i> spp. in Greek Ruminants

The early and accurate diagnosis of brucellosis, a ubiquitous zoonotic infection, is significant in preventing disease transmission. This study aimed to assess the infection rate of <i>Brucella</i> spp. in ruminants and to evaluate the agreement between a serological test and a molecular...

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Main Authors: Anthimia Batrinou, Irini F. Strati, Andreas G. Tsantes, Joseph Papaparaskevas, Ioannis Dimou, Dimitrios Vourvidis, Anna Kyrma, Dionysis Antonopoulos, Panagiotis Halvatsiotis, Dimitra Houhoula
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2022-04-01
Series:Veterinary Sciences
Subjects:
brucellosis
ruminants
PCR
antibodies
DNA
RBPT
Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2306-7381/9/4/193

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