Abstract
We detected Marburg virus RNA in rectal swab samples from Egyptian rousette bats in South Africa in 2017. This finding signifies that fecal contamination of natural bat habitats is a potential source of infection for humans. Identified genetic sequences are closely related to Ravn virus, implying wider distribution of Marburg virus in Africa.
Original language | English (US) |
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Pages (from-to) | 3051-3055 |
Number of pages | 5 |
Journal | Emerging infectious diseases |
Volume | 26 |
Issue number | 12 |
DOIs | |
State | Published - Dec 2020 |
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Epidemiology
- Microbiology (medical)
- Infectious Diseases