Application of LAMP Assay for the Diagnosis of Ehrlichia canis in Dogs
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Date
2018-01
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TANUVAS
Abstract
Canine monocytic ehrlichiosis (CME) is caused
by the rickettsial parasite Ehrlichia canis
transmitted by Rhipicephalus sanguineus.
Conventional microscopic examination of blood
smear for the presence of morulae in acute
infection has been the mainstay in the diagnosis
of E.canis. Molecular technique such as
the Loop mediated isothermal ampli cation
(LAMP) which is gaining momentum recently to
detect sub-clinical form of infection. The LAMP
technique has been employed in the current
study to assess its ef cacy in the diagnosis of
E.canis. A positive result was obtained in 87
(61.70%) out of 141 samples in contrast to 23
(16.31%) in blood smear examination.
Description
TNV_IVJ_Jan2018_V95_I01_79-80
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Veterinary Science