Microscopic and molecular diagnoses of Giardia duodenalis in pet animals in Babylon Province, Iraq.

ABSTRACT:

Background and aim

The breeding of pet animals, especially dogs and cats, in Iraq has increased recently. However, no epidemiological or molecular data exist regarding Giardia duodenalis infection in pet animals, particularly in Babylon Province. Therefore, this study aimed to detect G. duodenalis and its genotypes in pets using microscopic and molecular techniques.

Materials and methods

For microscopic examination, 150 pet fecal samples (dogs = 75, cats = 75) were examined from October 1, 2022, to March 30, 2023. Fourteen isolates of G. duodenalis (7 per host) were genetically characterized using SSUrDNA gene sequencing.

Results

Microscopic examination revealed that the rates of G. duodenalis infection was 14.67% (11/75) and

SUBMITTER: Idan SR 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10750740 | biostudies-literature | 2023 Nov

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature