African Swine Fever Virus Isolate from Georgia, 2007
Author Information
Author(s): Rowlands Rebecca J., Michaud Vincent, Heath Livio, Hutchings Geoff, Oura Chris, Vosloo Wilna, Dwarka Rahana, Onashvili Tinatin, Albina Emmanuel, Dixon Linda K.
Primary Institution: Institute for Animal Health, Pirbright, UK
Hypothesis
What is the genetic relationship of the African swine fever virus isolate from Georgia in 2007 to other known isolates?
Conclusion
The Georgia 2007 isolate of the African swine fever virus is closely related to genotype II viruses circulating in Mozambique, Madagascar, and Zambia.
Supporting Evidence
- The virus was confirmed in the Caucasus region of Georgia in June 2007.
- DNA fragments from the virus were sequenced and compared to other isolates.
- The Georgia isolate is genetically similar to viruses from Mozambique, Madagascar, and Zambia.
Takeaway
Scientists studied two pigs in Georgia to understand how a virus that makes pigs very sick got there, and they found it was similar to viruses from Africa.
Methodology
Samples were collected from two pigs showing clinical signs of ASF, and DNA was extracted and sequenced to analyze the virus's genetic makeup.
Limitations
The study is limited by the small sample size and the potential for unrecognized genetic diversity in the virus.
Participant Demographics
Samples were taken from two domestic pigs in Georgia.
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