Full-Genome Sequencing as a Basis for Molecular Epidemiology Studies of Bluetongue Virus in India.

ABSTRACT: Since 1998 there have been significant changes in the global distribution of bluetongue virus (BTV). Ten previously exotic BTV serotypes have been detected in Europe, causing severe disease outbreaks in naïve ruminant populations. Previously exotic BTV serotypes were also identified in the USA, Israel, Australia and India. BTV is transmitted by biting midges (Culicoides spp.) and changes in the distribution of vector species, climate change, increased international travel and trade are thought to have contributed to these events. Thirteen BTV serotypes have been isolated in India since first reports of the disease in the country during 1964. Efficient methods for preparation of viral dsRNA and cDNA synthesis, have facilitated full-genome sequencing of BTV strains from the region. These stu

SUBMITTER: Maan S 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC4488075 | biostudies-literature | 2015

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature