Molecular characterization of freshwater snails in the genus Bulinus: a role for barcodes?

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Background

Reliable and consistent methods are required for the identification and classification of freshwater snails belonging to the genus Bulinus (Gastropoda, Planorbidae) which act as intermediate hosts for schistosomes of both medical and veterinary importance. The current project worked towards two main objectives, the development of a cost effective, simple screening method for the routine identification of Bulinus isolates and the use of resultant sequencing data to produce a model of relationships within the group.

Results

Phylogenetic analysis of the DNA sequence for a large section (1009 bp) of the mitochondrial gene cytochrome oxidase subunit 1 (cox1) for isolates of Bulinus demonstrated superior resolution over that employing the second inter

SUBMITTER: Kane RA 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC2441610 | biostudies-literature | 2008 Jun

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature