Blastocystis in captivated and free-ranging wild animals worldwide: a review
https://doi.org/10.47665/tb.39.3.006
- Author:
Sanggari, A.
1
;
Komala, T.
2
;
Rauff-Adedotun, A.A.
1
;
Awosolu, O.B.
1
;
Attah, O.A.
1
;
Farah Haziqah, M.T.
1
Author Information
1. School of Biological Sciences, Universiti Sains Malaysia, 11800 USM, Penang, Malaysia
2. Department of Biochemistry, Faculty of Medicine, Quest International University, 122A, Jalan Haji Eusoff, 30250 Ipoh, Perak, Malaysia
- Publication Type:Review
- Keywords:
Blastocystis;
captive;
subtype;
wildlife;
zoonotic
- From:Tropical Biomedicine
2022;39(No.3):338-372
- CountryMalaysia
- Language:English
-
Abstract:
Blastocystis is the most prevalent eukaryotic gastrointestinal symbiont found in humans and animals
worldwide. Increased human infection rates are associated with raising concerns about the involvement
of the parasite in public health. Over the last decade, the number of linked epidemiology studies has
been prudently grown. Microscopy has been used to detect the presence of protozoan and the advent of
molecular techniques has made detection easier. However, due to its limited host specificity and zoonotic
potential, animals, either livestock or wildlife animals, may serve as a potential reservoir for Blastocystis
infection transmission. The approach utilised in this study aided in understanding the distribution and
prevalence of Blastocystis in animals, particularly captivated and free-ranging wild animals worldwide
due to increased interest. This review will help comprehend the epidemiological aspects, demographic,
subtypes, and the zoonotic potential of Blastocystis in wildlife and captive animals.
- Full text:8.2022my1351.pdf
