Intraspecific venom variation in the medically important puff adder (Bitis arietans): Comparative venom gland transcriptomics, in vitro venom activity and immunological recognition by antivenom
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DOI: 10.1371/journal.pntd.0012570
Abstract: Background Variation in snake venoms is well documented, both between and within species, with intraspecific venom variation often correlated with geographically distinct populations. The puff adder, Bitis arietans, is found widely distributed across sub-Saharan Africa… read more here.
Keywords: variation; puff adder; venom variation; venom ... See more keywords
Snake Venom Metalloproteinases from Puff Adder and Saw-Scaled Viper Venoms Cause Cytotoxic Effects in Human Keratinocytes
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DOI: 10.3390/toxins17070328
Abstract: Snakebite envenoming is a neglected tropical disease that causes substantial mortality and morbidity globally. The puff adder (Bitis arietans) and saw-scaled viper (Echis romani) have cytotoxic venoms that cause permanent injury via dermonecrosis around the… read more here.
Keywords: scaled viper; venoms cause; saw scaled; puff adder ... See more keywords