Molecular prevalence and subtype distribution of<i>Blastocystis</i>sp. in Asia and in Australia
Sara Nemati, Mohammad Reza Zali, Paul Johnson, Hamed Mirjalali, Panagiotis Karanis
Abstract
Blastocystis is a prevalent protozoan parasite reported in humans, animals, and environmental samples. Over the past decade, numerous studies have investigated the prevalence and subtype distribution of Blastocystis sp. alongside with its genetic and biochemical features. However, studies on subtype distribution of this protozoan in humans, animals, and environmental samples represent the potential transmission routes. In this review, we evaluated studies performed in Asian countries and in Australia to provide an overview of environmental factors on the prevalence and subtype distribution of Blastocystis sp. among humans, animals, and the environment.
Topics & Concepts
BlastocystisDistribution (mathematics)BiologyTransmission (telecommunications)ZoologyParasite hostingEcologyFecesWorld Wide WebMathematical analysisComputer scienceMathematicsElectrical engineeringEngineeringParasitic Infections and DiagnosticsAmoebic Infections and TreatmentsParasitic infections in humans and animals