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. 1997 Apr;35(4):1005–1007. doi: 10.1128/jcm.35.4.1005-1007.1997

An Ehrlichia strain from a llama (Lama glama) and Llama-associated ticks (Ixodes pacificus).

J E Barlough 1, J E Madigan 1, D R Turoff 1, J R Clover 1, S M Shelly 1, J S Dumler 1
PMCID: PMC229723  PMID: 9157118

Abstract

An ehrlichia was identified in the blood of a diseased llama (lama glama). Sequencing of its 16S rRNA gene showed the ehrlichia to be closely related to members of the Ehrlichia phagocytophila genogroup. The agent was also found in a pool of ticks (Ixodes pacificus) collected at the llama site.

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