In situ detection of the Clostridium botulinum type C1 toxin gene in wetland sediments with a nested PCR assay
January 1, 1999
A nested PCR was developed for detection of the Clostridium botulinum type C1 toxin gene in sediments collected from wetlands where avian botulism outbreaks had or had not occurred. The C1 toxin gene was detected in 16 of 18 sites, demonstrating both the ubiquitous distribution of C. botulinum type C in wetland sediments and the sensitivity of the detection assay.
Citation Information
| Publication Year | 1999 |
|---|---|
| Title | In situ detection of the Clostridium botulinum type C1 toxin gene in wetland sediments with a nested PCR assay |
| DOI | 10.1128/AEM.65.7.3240-3243.1999 |
| Authors | Judy L. Williamson, Tonie E. Rocke, Judd M. Aiken |
| Publication Type | Article |
| Publication Subtype | Journal Article |
| Series Title | Applied and Environmental Microbiology |
| Index ID | 70021559 |
| Record Source | USGS Publications Warehouse |
| USGS Organization | National Wildlife Health Center |