| Literature DB >> 33216214 |
Johannes Busch1, Irene Sacristán2, Aitor Cevidanes2, Javier Millán3,4,5, Thomas W Vahlenkamp1, Constanza Napolitano6,7, Michael Sieg8.
Abstract
Feline morbillivirus infections have gained increased attention due to repeated reports of their association with urinary tract disease in cats. In the present study, 112 serum samples from free-roaming domestic cats in Chile were tested for antibodies against feline morbillivirus genotypes 1 and 2 (FeMV-1 and FeMV-2) using an indirect immunofluorescence assay. In total, 63% of the animals showed antibodies against one or both FeMV genotypes. Antibodies directed exclusively against FeMV-2 were significantly more prevalent in male cats. The correlation of sex and FeMV-2 infection might give insight into potential routes of transmission. We provide, for the first time, serological data on FeMV in Chile.Entities:
Year: 2020 PMID: 33216214 DOI: 10.1007/s00705-020-04882-2
Source DB: PubMed Journal: Arch Virol ISSN: 0304-8608 Impact factor: 2.574