Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
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2456568 | Research in Veterinary Science | 2006 | 5 Pages |
Abstract
A combined serological and PCR method for the detection of Listeria monocytogenes infection in symptomatic and asymptomatic ovine flocks was evaluated. Seventy-eight milk samples and 157 serum samples were analysed using a L. monocytogenes PCR detection kit and an anti-listeriolysin O IgG immunoassay kit. The combined use of these commercial kits allowed a rapid and effective detection of L. monocytogenes infection in both the early stage, before seroconversion, and in a later phase, even after antibiotic therapy.
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Authors
G. Amagliani, C. Giammarini, E. Omiccioli, E.G. Merati, G. Pezzotti, G. Filippini, G. Brandi, M. Magnani,