Mermithid nematodes: in vitro culture attempts.
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چکیده
Few attempts at in vitro culture of mermithids have been undertaken. The various methods used to initiate cultures are described. The capacity of a range of media to promote growth and development of the nematodes has been evaluated and current approaches to in vitro outlined.
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عنوان ژورنال:
- Journal of nematology
دوره 13 3 شماره
صفحات -
تاریخ انتشار 1981