Abstract:

Use of polymerase chain reaction (PCR) to detect vertical transmission of porcine reproductive and respiratory syndrome virus (PRRSV) in piglets from gilt litters

Scott A. Dee DVM, PhD, Dipl, ACVM; Reid E. Philips DVM

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This case summarizes the use of molecular diagnostics for determiningthe pattern of porcine reproductive and respiratory syndrome virus(PRRSV) transmission in piglets after birth and whether transmissionwas related to herd parity. We also assessed the effectivenessof the recommended intervention strategy in controlling viralshedding.

Keywords: PRRSV, porcine reproductive and respiratory syndrome virus, polymerase chain reaction, PCR, molecular sequencing, viremia

Cite as: Dee SA, Philips RE. Use of polymerase chain reaction (PCR) to detect vertical transmission of porcine reproductive and respiratory syndrome virus (PRRSV) in piglets from gilt litters. J Swine Health Prod 1999;7(5):237-239.

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