Extensive genetic diversity, unique population structure and evidence of genetic exchange in the sexually transmitted parasite Trichomonas vaginalis.

Extensive genetic diversity, unique population structure and evidence of genetic exchange in the sexually transmitted parasite Trichomonas vaginalis.

Trichomonas vaginalis is the causative agent of human trichomoniasis, the most common non-viral sexually transmitted infection world-wide. Despite its prevalence, little is known about the genetic diversity and population structure of this haploid parasite due to the lack of appropriate tools. The d...

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Main Authors: Melissa D Conrad, Andrew W Gorman, Julia A Schillinger, Pier Luigi Fiori, Rossana Arroyo, Nancy Malla, Mohan Lal Dubey, Jorge Gonzalez, Susan Blank, William E Secor, Jane M Carlton
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Public Library of Science (PLoS) 2012-01-01
Series:PLoS Neglected Tropical Diseases
Online Access:http://europepmc.org/articles/PMC3313929?pdf=render

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