28S rRNA sequences for Linguatula spp.

ABSTRACT: Identification of specimens belonging to the genus Linguatula (Pentastomida) is relatively easy due to their unique morphology. However, differentiation between species of Linguatula can be challenging for several reasons, including considerable differences between different developmental stages of the parasite within and between species. Currently, 18S rRNA and Cox1 sequences are the only available comparable sequences in GenBank, but recent research has discussed the utility of 28S rRNA for pentastomid phylogenetics. This study presents 28S rRNA gene sequences for two members of the genus Linguatula. Sequences of 28S rRNA were successfully obtained from well-identified samples of L. serrata (collected in Australia) and L. nuttalli (collected in South Africa), with voucher specimens. Phyl

SUBMITTER: Shamsi S 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC9098581 | biostudies-literature | 2022 Jun

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature