Subtype distribution of blastocystis isolates in Sebha, Libya
Blastocystis is a genetically diverse and a common intestinal parasite of humans with a controversial pathogenic potential. This study was carried out to identify the Blastocystis subtypes and their association with demographic and socioeconomic factors among outpatients living in Sebha city, Libya
Main Authors: | Abdulsalam, A.M., Ithoi, I., Al-Mekhlafi, H.M., Al-Mekhlafi, A.M., Ahmed, A., Surin, J. |
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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Public Library of Science
2013
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Online Access: | http://eprints.um.edu.my/10531/1/Subtype_distribution_of_Blastocystis_isolates_in_Sebha%2C_Libya.pdf |
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