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Effect of knocking-down RhCaspases7, 8 and 9 on tick feeding behavior
| Test group | dsRhCaspase 7 | dsRhCaspase 8 | dsRhCaspase 9 | dsLuciferase |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Attachment rate at 48 h (%) | 88.22 ± 0.906 | 85.91 ± 1.256 | 87.56 ± 0.957 | 87.70 ± 0.690 |
| Engorgement rate (%) | 77.12 ± 2.692 | 73.157 ± 3.334 | 65.236 ± 4.369 | 75.79 ± 3.255 |
| Engorged tick weight (mg) | 377.1 ± 89.63 | 330.157 ± 40.158 | 220.157 ± 50.698 | 382.1 ± 57.92 |
