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First Detection and Genome Sequencing of SARS-CoV-2 Lambda (C.37) Variant in Symptomatic Domestic Cats in Lima, Peru

  • Universidad Peruana Cayetano Heredia
  • Clínica Veterinaria Gatuario
  • Farmacológicos Veterinarios - FARVET S.A.C. Chincha

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Abstract

The role of domestic cats in the dynamics of SARS-CoV-2 remains poorly characterized, especially in epidemiologic contexts of countries with high viral transmission. Here, we report the first evidence of SARS-CoV-2 Lambda variant of interest in symptomatic domestic cats whose owners were diagnosed with COVID-19 in Lima, Peru, providing evidence that transmission of this new variant in domestic cats is occurring. More epidemiological studies are required to further characterize the role of domestic animals in the transmission dynamics of SARS-CoV-2.

Original languageEnglish
Article number737350
JournalFrontiers in Veterinary Science
Volume8
DOIs
StatePublished - 17 Sep 2021

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This output contributes to the following UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)

  1. SDG 3 - Good Health and Well-being
    SDG 3 Good Health and Well-being

Keywords

  • COVID-19
  • SARS-CoV-2
  • felis catus
  • one health
  • surveillance

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