Francisella tularensis subsp. tularensis group A.I, United States.

ABSTRACT: We used whole-genome analysis and subsequent characterization of geographically diverse strains using new genetic signatures to identify distinct subgroups within Francisella tularensis subsp. tularensis group A.I: A.I.3, A.I.8, and A.I.12. These subgroups exhibit complex phylogeographic patterns within North America. The widest distribution was observed for A.I.12, which suggests an adaptive advantage.

SUBMITTER: Birdsell DN 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC4012810 | biostudies-literature | 2014 May

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature