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Canine parvovirus type 2 detection and genetics in dogs
By Khadse, Monali Bhagwan et al.·Published in Indian Journal of Veterinary Sciences & Biotechnology·2023·View original on Crossref →
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Original publication title: Molecular Detection and Phylogenetic Analysis of Canine Parvovirus-2 in Dogs
- Species:
- dog
Plain-English summary
A group of puppies suspected of having canine parvovirus (CPV) were tested after showing signs of severe vomiting and diarrhea. Out of 50 puppies, 10 tested positive for the virus using a quick test, while 18 were confirmed positive with a more detailed lab test. This virus can cause serious illness, especially in young dogs, and is often linked to inadequate immunity due to early weaning. Vaccination is crucial, but some puppies still get sick, highlighting the importance of monitoring their health closely.
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Abstract
Canine Parvovirus (CPV) is a most significant viral disease causing acute haemorrhagic gastroenteritis and myocarditis in puppies at the age of 3-4 months. It causes serious morbidity and mortality, in spite of the effective vaccination. Inadequate immunity and modern practices of early weaning in the kennels have predisposed the young dogs to CPV. In the present study, total 50 fecal samples were collected from dogs suspected for CPV-2 from Nagpur, India and screened by Ubioquick® VET lateral flow assay kit and Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR) followed by the sequencing and phylogenetic analysis of VP2 gene. Out of 50 samples, 10 (20%) were found positive by antigen detection test, 18 (36%) by Conventional PCR method. Sequence analysis revealed 98-99% homology with sequences of CPV-2b antigenic type reported in dogs from India and Srilanka.
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Search related cases →Original publication on Crossref: https://doi.org/10.48165/ijvsbt.19.2.10