The Influence of MHC and Immunoglobulins A and E on Host Resistance to Gastrointestinal Nematodes in Sheep

Gastrointestinal nematode parasites in farmed animals are of particular importance due to their effects on production. In Australia, it is estimated that the direct and indirect effects of parasite infestation cost the animal production industries hundreds of millions of dollars each year. The main...

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Main Authors: C. Y. Lee, K. A. Munyard, K. Gregg, J. D. Wetherall, M. J. Stear, D. M. Groth
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Hindawi Limited 2011-01-01
Series:Journal of Parasitology Research
Online Access:http://dx.doi.org/10.1155/2011/101848