Genetic heterogeneity of the dengue vector Aedes aegypti in Martinique
Autor(es): Yebakima, A; Charles, C; Mousson, L; Vazeille, M; Yp-Tcha, MM; Failloux, AB
Resumo: In Martinique, Aedes aegypti, the vector of dengue viruses has been the target of insecticide control for more than 35 years. Despite significant control efforts, dengue has become a major disease of public health concern. We conducted a population genetic analysis based on isoenzyme variations combined with an estimation of infection rate to a dengue virus among 26 Ae. aegypti samples. Aedes aegypti samples could be differentiated for their susceptibility to dengue infection (infection rates ranging from 42.8% to 98.6%) and showed important genetic variation (significant F-ST values).
Palavras-Chave: Aedes Aegypti; Dengue; Isoenzymes; Population Differentiation; Martinique
Imprenta: Tropical Medicine & International Health, v. 9, n. 5, p. 582-587, 2004
Identificador do objeto digital: 10.1111/j.1365-3156.2004.01241.x
Descritores: Aedes aegypti - Dengue ; Aedes aegypti - Public health
Data de publicação: 2004
