Abstract
This paper focuses on recent advances in the genetics and genomics of Cryptosporidium parvum. The approach to and the relevance of sequencing the genomes of C. parvum type 1 and type 2 are discussed, as well as new insights into the genetic heterogeneity of this species.
Publication types
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Research Support, U.S. Gov't, Non-P.H.S.
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Research Support, U.S. Gov't, P.H.S.
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Review
MeSH terms
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Animals
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Base Sequence
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Cryptosporidiosis / parasitology*
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Cryptosporidium parvum / classification
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Cryptosporidium parvum / genetics*
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Genome, Protozoan*
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Genomics / methods*
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Genotype
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Humans
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Molecular Sequence Data