Publications by authors named "Junfei Si"
Parasitol Res
December 2023
Article Synopsis
- Balantioides coli, a parasitic protozoan common in pigs, was found in 4.2% of fecal samples analyzed from 801 pigs across seven farms in Xinjiang.
- The highest prevalence was 18.9% in the Alaer region, with the highest infections in fattening pigs (6.9%) and the lowest in pre-weaned pigs (1.2%).
- The study identified 34 genetic variants of B. coli, indicating its potential threat to human health, highlighting the need for further research on its distribution and public health impact in China.
