Review on PRNP genetics and susceptibility to chronic wasting disease of Cervidae
Abstract To date, chronic wasting disease (CWD) is the most infectious form of prion disease affecting several captive, free ranging and wild cervid species. Responsible for marked population declines in North America, its geographical spread is now becoming a major concern in Europe. Polymorphisms...
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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2021-10-01
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Series: | Veterinary Research |
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Online Access: | https://doi.org/10.1186/s13567-021-00993-z |