Mokola Virus Antibodies in Humans, Dogs, Cats, Cattle, Sheep, and Goats in Nigeria
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Using the ELISA method, a survey of Mokola virus antibodies was carried out in human and selected animal population in Nigeria. A total of 10 sheep (2%), 15 goats (3%), and 59 dogs (10.54%) tested positive for Mokola virus antibodies. However, none of the humans, cats, or cattle tested was positive.
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