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Role of migratory birds in spreading Crimean-Congo hemorrhagic fever, Turkey.

ABSTRACT: We investigated migratory birds' role in spreading Crimean-Congo hemorrhagic fever virus (CCHFV) through attached ticks. We detected CCHFV RNA in ticks on migratory birds in Turkey. Two isolates showed similarity with CCHFV genotype 4, suggesting a role for ticks in CCHFV epidemics in Turkey and spread of CCHFV by birds.

SUBMITTER: Leblebicioglu H

PROVIDER: S-EPMC4111188 | biostudies-literature |

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature

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