EXOone Babesia bovis

Description

Babesia bovis is an intraerythrocytic protozoan parasite of the genus Babesia transmitted by ticks, mainly Rhipicephalus spp., and widely distributed in tropical and subtropical regions affecting cattle.
Infection causes bovine babesiosis, characterized by fever, severe anemia, hemoglobinuria and, in some cases, neurological signs due to sequestration of infected erythrocytes. The disease leads to significant economic losses through mortality, reduced productivity and treatment costs.
Microscopy and serological methods show limited sensitivity, particularly in carrier animals. Real-time PCR enables rapid, sensitive and specific detection of B. bovis DNA directly from clinical samples, supporting analytical detection and surveillance.