B. Mans, R. Pienaar, A. Latif
2015.1.6International Journal for Parasitology-Parasites and Wildlife
tlooto Summary
Serological and molecular assays exist for most economic important Theileria species and the concept of what constitute a Theilaria species impacts on accurate diagnostics.
Abstract
Highlights • Serological and molecular assays exist for most economic important Theileria species.• Molecular assays are constantly being improved with regard to sensitivity and specificity.• The concept of what constitute a Theileria species impacts on accurate diagnostics.• Analytical specificity of molecular assays are >800 000 parasites/L blood.• Parasitemia ranges may determine practical limits of detection.
Citation format
MANS, B.; PIENAAR, R.; LATIF, A. A review of theileria diagnostics and epidemiology. International Journal for Parasitology-Parasites and Wildlife, 2015, 4: 104–118.