Babesia spp. and other pathogens in ticks recovered from domestic dogs in Denmark

Conclusions: Our data are in support of endemic occurrence of potentially zoonotic Babesia in Denmark and confirms I. ricinus as a vector of multiple pathogens of public health concern.

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Source: Parasites and Vectors - May 8, 2015 Category: Microbiology Authors: Christen StensvoldDua Al MaraiLee AndersenKaren KrogfeltJørgen JensenKim LarsenHenrik Nielsen Source Type: research