Virome analysis and detection of ticks and tick-borne viruses in Shanghai, China.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

Ticks are well-known ectoparasites and vectors responsible for transmitting a diverse range of pathogens, including viruses, bacteria, and protozoa, many of which pose substantial risks to public health and livestock. In recent decades, the incidence and diversity of tick-borne diseases have increased globally, with several novel tick-borne viruses (TBVs) being discovered.

Methods

This study aimed to characterize the virome of ticks collected from various locations in Shanghai, China, using next-generation sequencing (NGS). A total of 2,568 ticks belonging to three dominant species-Haemaphysalis flava, Haemaphysalis longicornis, and Rhipicephalus sanguineus sensu lato-were collected and analyzed through metagenomic sequencing.

Results

SUBMITTER: Zeng W 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12586129 | biostudies-literature | 2025

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature