Evaluation of Non-Invasive Sampling Methods for Detection of Hepatitis E Virus Infected Pigs in Pens
Pigs are a reservoir of hepatitis E virus (HEV), which causes hepatitis in humans. To study the epidemiology of HEV in pig farms, sampling methods are currently used that cause discomfort to pigs, such as rectal sampling. In line with the 3Rs principle, we aimed to evaluate non-invasive methods to d...
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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MDPI AG
2023-02-01
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Series: | Microorganisms |
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Online Access: | https://www.mdpi.com/2076-2607/11/2/500 |