Urban #Coatis (Nasua nasua) Exposure to #Alphainfluenzavirus influenzae

Abstract

We detected neutralizing antibodies, viral RNA, and sialic acid receptors for Alphainfluenzavirus influenzae in urban coatis (Nasua nasua) in Brazil, suggesting exposure and susceptibility. We used hemagglutination inhibition, reverse transcription qualitative PCR, and immunohistochemistry for detection. Increased epidemiologic wildlife surveillance would improve influenza A emergency event response.

Source: US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, https://wwwnc.cdc.gov/eid/article/31/3/23-1640_article

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