A glimpse of the bacteriome of Hyalomma dromedarii ticks infesting camels reveals human Helicobacter pylori pathogen
Conclusion: This first preliminary study advances our knowledge about the bacterial community ofH. dromedarii ticks and provides a basis for pathogen surveillance and studying the influences of symbionts on vector competence. Presence of pathogens in ticks, raise concerns about potential transmission of these agents to humans or animals.
Source: The Journal of Infection in Developing Countries - Category: Infectious Diseases Source Type: research
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