Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Anaplasma platys infection found in sick dogs in Chile
By Abarca, Katia et al.·Published in Emerging infectious diseases·2007·Infectious Diseases and Molecular Virology Laboratory·View original on PubMed →
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Original publication title: Anaplasma platys in dogs, Chile.
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- dog
Plain-English summary
A group of 30 sick dogs in Chile was tested for a type of infection called canine ehrlichiosis, which can cause various health issues. The tests revealed that Anaplasma platys, a specific bacteria, was one of the causes of illness in these dogs. If your dog is showing signs of illness, such as lethargy or fever, it's important to consult your veterinarian for appropriate testing and treatment options.
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Abstract
We conducted a 16S rRNA nested PCR for the genus Ehrlichia and Ehrlichia spp. with blood samples from 30 ill dogs in Chile. Phylogenetic analysis was performed by using groESL gene amplification. We identified Anaplasma platys as 1 of the etiologic agents of canine ehrlichiosis.
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