Molecular patchwork: Chromosomal recombination between two Helicobacter pylori strains during natural colonization.
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Genetic analysis of two Helicobacter pylori strains isolated from a single gastric biopsy showed evidence of extensive horizontal gene transfer. Several large recombinations were identified in the rdxA gene, which is involved in metronidazole resistance.
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عنوان ژورنال:
- Infection and immunity
دوره 71 5 شماره
صفحات -
تاریخ انتشار 2003