Investigation of the prevalence of Brucella canis in dogs, veterinarians and veterinary faculty students in different part of Turkey

Authors : Idil Bastan, Bülent Baş

Pages : 7-11

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Publication Date : 2017-12-01

Article Type : Research

Abstract :Abstract Objective:  Canine Brucellosis, the caused by  Brucella canis (B. canis) , is seen all over the world and the disease is characterized by abortion and infertility.  Brucella canis  is a zoonotic agent and is transmitted to humans by contact with infected dogs or dog secretions. The aim of this study was to determine the presence of antibodies against  Brucella canis  in dog serum collected from different provinces of Turkey and the seroprevalence in veterinarians and veterinary faculty students in some of the provinces using Microagglutination Test (MAT).  Materials and Methods:  Blood samples collected from 1559 dogs and 225 veterinarians and veterinary faculty students were examined for  B. canis  antibody titers using MAT method. Results:  As a result of the study,  B. canis  antibody was found to be positive in 12 (0.8%) of 1559 dog serum and in 13 (5.8%) of 225 human serum. Conclusion:  5.8% of the  B.canis  seropositivity we have identified in the risk groups can give  an idea of the state of the infection between the Turkish veterinarians and veterinary faculty students.
Keywords : Brucella canis, antibody, Microagglutination Test, seroprevalence