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Whole-genome sequencing of Mycobacterium tuberculosis sublineage L1.1.1.7 from Chiangrai, Thailand

Year: 2024

Type: article

Abstract: (MTB) presents a global health issue. Various genotypes of MTB have different geographic distributions. The majority of MTB in Thailand belong to lineages 1 and 2. Here, we report the complete genomic sequences of MTB sublineage L1.1.1.7, which is common in Thailand and infrequently identified in other countries.

Source: Microbiology Resource Announcements

DOI: 10.1128/mra.00663-24

Authors: Kanin Nuttavuthisit, Wuthiwat Ruangchai, Thavin Bodharamik, Waritta Sawaengdee, Surakameth Mahasirimongkol, Prasit Palittapongarnpim

Institutions: Mahidol University, Ministry of Public Health, Department of Medical Sciences

Language: English

Topic: Tuberculosis Research and Epidemiology

Subfield: Infectious Diseases

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: diamond

Funder: Mahidol University