The mitochondrial genomes of Ancylostoma caninum and Bunostomum phlebotomum--two hookworms of animal health and zoonotic importance.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Hookworms are blood-feeding nematodes that parasitize the small intestines of many mammals, including humans and cattle. These nematodes are of major socioeconomic importance and cause disease, mainly as a consequence of anaemia (particularly in children or young animals), resulting in impaired development and sometimes deaths. Studying genetic variability within and among hookworm populations is central to addressing epidemiological and ecological questions, thus assisting in the control of hookworm disease. Mitochondrial (mt) genes are known to provide useful population markers for hookworms, but mt genome sequence data are scant.

Results

The present study characterizes the complete mt genomes of two species of hookworm, Ancylostoma caninum (from dogs) and Bunos

SUBMITTER: Jex AR 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC2656527 | biostudies-literature | 2009 Feb

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature