Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Babesia and Hepatozoon infections found in dogs in eastern Sudan
By Oyamada, Maremichi et al.·Published in Clinical and diagnostic laboratory immunology·2005·Faculty of Agriculture, Japan·View original on PubMed →
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Original publication title: Detection of Babesia canis rossi, B. canis vogeli, and Hepatozoon canis in dogs in a village of eastern Sudan by using a screening PCR and sequencing methodologies.
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Plain-English summary
A group of 78 dogs in a village in eastern Sudan was tested for infections caused by Babesia and Hepatozoon, which can lead to serious health issues. Out of these dogs, 5 were found to have Babesia canis rossi, and 2 had Babesia canis vogeli. Additionally, 33 dogs tested positive for Hepatozoon canis. These infections can cause symptoms like fever, lethargy, and anemia, so it's important for pet owners to be aware of these diseases and consult their veterinarian if they notice any concerning signs in their dogs.
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Abstract
Babesia and Hepatozoon infections of dogs in a village of eastern Sudan were analyzed by using a single PCR and sequencing. Among 78 dogs, 5 were infected with Babesia canis rossi and 2 others were infected with B. canis vogeli. Thirty-three dogs were positive for Hepatozoon. Hepatozoon canis was detected by sequence analysis.
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