[Hydatid cyst sampling by FTA Card method for characterizing sensu lato in Algeria. Preliminary results].

Introduction And Objectives: Cystic echinococcosis is highly endemic in Algeria and constitutes a major socio-economic problem. Typing the species of the sensu lato complex circulating in cattle requires the use of a hydatid cyst sampling method adapted to difficult field conditions (high heat and humidity, long transport time). The FTA Card method currently constitutes an effective means of preserving biological samples before their molecular analysis.