Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Geographic Range Expansion for Rat Lungworm in North America.
- Journal:
- Emerging infectious diseases
- Year:
- 2015
- Authors:
- York, Emily M et al.
- Species:
- rodent
Abstract
Using quantitative PCR analysis and DNA sequencing, we provide evidence for the presence of rat lungworm (Angiostrongylus cantonensis) in Oklahoma, USA, and identified a potentially novel rat host (Sigmodon hispidus). Our results indicate a geographic range expansion for this medically and ecologically relevant parasite in North America.
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