Key result
Genetic analysis confirmed the circulation of African swine fever virus genotypes II, IX, and X in domestic pigs in Tanzania between 2015 and 2017, indicating continuous domestic transmission.
Why the study?
African swine fever threatens livelihoods and food security, prompting investigation of African swine fever virus transmission patterns through virus genotyping in Tanzania.
Observational (n=2,396)
Yes
The study confirms the persistent domestic circulation of ASFV genotypes II, IX, and X in Tanzania, highlighting the need for strict quarantine and biosecurity measures to prevent further spread.
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Genotyping reveals diverse ASFV strains in Africa; leaves open transmission dynamics for targeted surveillance.
Yona et al. (2019) conducted an observational in African swine fever (n=2,396). African swine fever virus (ASFV) infection was evaluated on Detection and genotyping of ASFV by partial B646L (p72) gene sequencing. Genetic analysis confirmed the circulation of African swine fever virus genotypes II, IX, and X in domestic pigs in Tanzania between 2015 and 2017, indicating continuous domestic transmission.
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