First molecular detection of canine herpesvirus 1 (CaHV-1) in the Eastern Brazilian Amazon.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Canine herpesvirus type 1 (CaHV-1) infects dogs and is associated with neonatal deaths and reproductive, ocular, neurological, and respiratory problems. In Brazil, reports of CaHV-1 have been restricted to the southeast and south regions, particularly in municipalities in the state of Rio Grande do Sul.

Objectives

To assess the presence and variability of CaHV-1 in canine populations in the state of Pará, North Brazil.

Methods

Biological samples from 159 dogs from 4 municipalities in the State of Pará were evaluated using polymerase chain reaction and phylogenetic analyses, with the target being the viral enzyme, thymidine kinase.

Results

CaHV-1 was detected in 13 dogs (8.2%), with 2 animals being from the municipality of Santa Bárbara do Pará, 8 fro

SUBMITTER: Castro MDS 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC8977539 | biostudies-literature | 2022 Mar

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature