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September 19, 2025

Prevalence of Trypanosoma cruzi Antibodies in Wild Pigs (Sus scrofa) in the USA.

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TFT FisherSCSarah M. CokerUniversity of GeorgiaRFRaquel FranciscoUniversity of Georgia

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Implication

This study assesses T. cruzi antibodies and implications for wildlife reservoirs in wild pigs, suggesting further investigation is needed.

Key Points

  • The overall prevalence of T. cruzi antibodies in wild pigs was found to be 14.6%, indicating notable exposure to the pathogen.
  • From 1,093 serum samples, the study revealed 160 positive cases across multiple US states, highlighting a public health concern.
  • Antibody testing was conducted using an indirect ELISA method, providing insights into the distribution of the pathogen in wild pig populations.
  • This research underscores the potential role of wild pigs as reservoirs for T. cruzi, warranting ongoing monitoring and research.

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Fisher et al. (2025) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/68d466be31b076d99fa6589bhttps://doi.org/10.7589/jwd-d-25-00020
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