Genetic Study of Porcine Circovirus 2 in Malaysia
Author Information
Author(s): Jaganathan Seetha, Toung Ooi P, Yee Phang L, Yew Tan D, Yoon Choo P, Keong Lim B
Primary Institution: Universiti Putra Malaysia
Hypothesis
What is the genetic characterization of Porcine Circovirus 2 (PCV2) found in Malaysia?
Conclusion
The study suggests that control measures can help safeguard the Malaysian swine industry from PCV2.
Supporting Evidence
- 37 out of 42 farms sampled were positive for PCV2.
- Thirteen whole genomes of PCV2 isolates were sequenced.
- Isolates shared 98.3-99.2% similarities with sequences from the Netherlands.
Takeaway
This study looked at a virus that makes pigs sick and found it in many farms in Malaysia, showing that we need to be careful with pig health.
Methodology
Samples from 42 pig farms were collected and screened for PCV1 and PCV2 using PCR.
Limitations
The study could not definitively link the virus to specific import sources due to lack of data.
Participant Demographics
Samples were collected from pigs with clinical signs of PCVAD across six states in Malaysia.
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