Intraspecific variation in Echinococcus granulosus: the Australian situation and perspectives for the future.
The current status of knowledge of speciation and strain differentiation in Echinococcus is discussed, with particular reference to the Australian scene. A new approach to the problem using morphological, developmental and biochemical differences is described and the importance of correct identification for the practical aspects of controlling the disease is stressed.
D000818:Animals; D001315:Australia; D004446:Echinococcus / Q000033:anatomy & histology / Q000145:classification* / Q000502:physiology; D013045:Species Specificity; D006113:United Kingdom