Characterization of a Novel Alphaherpesvirus Isolated from the Fruit Bat Pteropus lylei in Vietnam
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DOI: 10.1128/jvi.00673-20
Abstract: A novel bat alphaherpesvirus, Pteropus lylei-associated alphaherpesvirus (PLAHV), was isolated from urine of the fruit bat Pteropus lylei in Vietnam. The whole-genome sequence was determined and was predicted to include 72 open reading frames in… read more here.
Keywords: plahv; bat; fruit bat; pteropus lylei ... See more keywords
DISSEMINATED PROTOTHECOSIS IN A RUWENZORI LONG-HAIRED FRUIT BAT (ROUSETTUS LANOSUS)
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DOI: 10.1638/2017-0070r.1
Abstract: Abstract An adult male Ruwenzori long-haired fruit bat (Rousettus lanosus) presented for lethargy and unthriftiness. Physical examination revealed cranial alopecia, mandibular ulceration, and dehydration. Supportive care and antibiotic therapy were initiated. The bat was found… read more here.
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Serologic Evidence of Fruit Bat Exposure to Filoviruses, Singapore, 2011–2016
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DOI: 10.3201/eid2401.170401
Abstract: To determine whether fruit bats in Singapore have been exposed to filoviruses, we screened 409 serum samples from bats of 3 species by using a multiplex assay that detects antibodies against filoviruses. Positive samples reacted… read more here.
Keywords: fruit bat; serologic evidence; fruit; bat exposure ... See more keywords