Zoonotic Pathogens in Wildlife Traded in Markets for Human Consumption, Laos.

ABSTRACT: We tested animals from wildlife trade sites in Laos for the presence of zoonotic pathogens. Leptospira spp. were the most frequently detected infectious agents, found in 20.1% of animals. Rickettsia typhi and R. felis were also detected. These findings suggest a substantial risk for exposure through handling and consumption of wild animal meat.

SUBMITTER: Nawtaisong P 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC8962878 | biostudies-literature | 2022 Apr

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature