RT-PCR assay for the detection of infective (L3) larvae of lymphatic filarial parasite, Wuchereria bancrofti, in vector mosquito Culex quinquefasciatus

Background & objectives: Periodic monitoring of vector population for infection and infectivity rates is central to the evaluation of the filariasis elimination strategies in endemic areas to monitor the success of MDA and also to establish endpoints for intervention. The main objective of this...

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Main Authors: K.P. Patra, S.L. Hoti, V. Vasuki
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Wolters Kluwer Medknow Publications 2008-08-01
Series:Journal of Vector Borne Diseases
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Online Access:http://www.mrcindia.org/journal/issues/453207.pdf