Development and evaluation of a Loop Mediated Isothermal Amplification (LAMP) technique for the detection of hookworm (Necator americanus) infection in fecal samples

Abstract Background Hookworm infection is a major concern in sub-Saharan Africa, particularly in children and pregnant women. Necator americanus and Ancylostoma duodenale are responsible for this condition. Hookworm disease is one of the Neglected tropical diseases (NTDs) that are targeted for elimi...

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Main Authors: Robert Muriuki Mugambi, Eric L. Agola, Ibrahim N. Mwangi, Johnson Kinyua, Esther Andia Shiraho, Gerald M. Mkoji
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2015-11-01
Series:Parasites & Vectors
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Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1186/s13071-015-1183-9