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First Draft Genome Sequences of Malaysian Clinical Isolates of Corynebacterium diphtheriae

Norazah Ahmad1, Shirley Yi Fen Hii2, Mohd Khairul Nizam Mohd Khalid3

  • 1Bacteriology Unit, Infectious Diseases Research Centre, Institute for Medical Research, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.

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This study presents the first draft genome sequences for 15 Malaysian Corynebacterium diphtheriae clinical isolates. These findings provide valuable genomic data for understanding diphtheria epidemiology in Malaysia.

Area of Science:

  • Microbiology
  • Genomics
  • Infectious Diseases

Background:

  • Corynebacterium diphtheriae causes diphtheria, a significant public health concern.
  • Diphtheria cases have been sporadically reported in Malaysia over several decades.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To sequence the genomes of 15 Malaysian Corynebacterium diphtheriae clinical isolates.
  • To provide foundational genomic data for future epidemiological and evolutionary studies of diphtheria in Malaysia.

Main Methods:

  • Whole-genome sequencing of 15 C. diphtheriae isolates.
  • Bioinformatic analysis of draft genome sequences.

Main Results:

  • Successfully generated draft genome sequences for 15 Malaysian C. diphtheriae isolates.
  • The isolates were collected between 1981 and 2016, spanning a significant period.

Conclusions:

  • This work represents the first genomic characterization of C. diphtheriae from Malaysia.
  • The generated genome sequences will aid in tracking the genetic diversity and evolution of C. diphtheriae in the region.

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