Scientists sequence genetic code of dog roundworm

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Roundworms, or nemotodes, can be found in practically every ecosystem on Earth and are thought to account for 80 percent of all individual animals on the planet. Making up some of these numbers is Toxocara canis, a roundworm that, although more commonly found in dogs, can infect humans. An international team of scientists has now sequenced the genetic code of T. canis, opening the door for new drugs, vaccines and diagnostic tests applicable to a wide range of roundworms to be developed... Continue Reading Scientists sequence genetic code of dog roundworm

Section: Health and Wellbeing

Tags: Dogs, Parasites, University of Melbourne

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