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Dissection of Midgut and Salivary Glands from Ae. aegypti Mosquitoes

Year: 2007

Type: article

Abstract: The mosquito midgut and salivary glands are key entry and exit points for pathogens such as Plasmodium parasites and Dengue viruses. This video protocol demonstrates dissection techniques for removal of the midgut and salivary glands from Aedes aegypti mosquitoes.

Source: Journal of Visualized Experiments

DOI: 10.3791/228

Authors: Judy Coleman, Jennifer Juhn, Anthony A. A. James

Institution: University of California, Irvine

Language: English

Topic: Mosquito-borne diseases and control

Subfield: Public Health, Environmental and Occupational Health

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: bronze

OpenAlex ID: W2076126581

FWCI: 0.645

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