PCR-based specific techniques used for detecting the most important pathogens on strawberry: a systematic review.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Strawberry diseases are a major limiting factor that severely impact plant agronomic performance. Regarding limitations of traditional techniques for detection of pathogens, researchers have developed specific DNA-based tests as sensitive and specific techniques. The aim of this review is to provide an overview of polymerase chain reaction (PCR)-based methods used for detection or quantification of the most widespread strawberry pathogens, such as Fusarium oxysporum f.sp. fragariae, Phytophthora fragariae, Colletotrichum acutatum, Verticillium dahliae, Botrytis cinerea, Macrophomina phaseolina, and Xanthomonas fragariae. An updated and detailed list of published PCR protocols is presented and discussed, aimed at facilitating access to information that could be particular

SUBMITTER: Mirmajlessi SM 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC4320524 | biostudies-literature | 2015 Jan

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature