First-Time Presence of African Swine Fever Virus Genotype II in Nigeria.

ABSTRACT: A confirmed African swine fever (ASF) outbreak in Nigeria was further investigated by partial sequencing of the B464L and E183L genes of ASF virus (ASFV). Results revealed the first-time presence of ASFV genotype II in Nigeria and West Africa. This finding has serious implications for control measures and food security.

SUBMITTER: Adedeji AJ 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC8248863 | biostudies-literature | 2021 Jul

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature