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Complete Coding Genome Sequences of Uncommon GII.8 Sapovirus Strains Identified in Diarrhea Samples Collected from
Emmanuel Kagning Tsinda1, Rungnapa Malasao1, Yuki Furuse1,2
1Department of Virology, Tohoku University Graduate School of Medicine, Sendai, Japan.
Genome Announcements
|October 28, 2017
Summary
Two novel GII.8 sapovirus strains were identified in Peruvian children with diarrhea. Complete genome sequencing confirmed these new variants, contributing to norovirus research.
Area of Science:
- Virology
- Gastroenterology
- Genomics
Background:
- Sapovirus is a significant cause of acute gastroenteritis in children worldwide.
- Genotyping is crucial for understanding norovirus epidemiology and developing diagnostics.
Purpose of the Study:
- To sequence and characterize novel GII.8 sapovirus strains from Peruvian children.
- To contribute to the genomic database of emerging sapovirus genotypes.
Main Methods:
- Sample collection from pediatric diarrhea cases in Peru.
- Whole genome sequencing using the Sanger method.
- Bioinformatic analysis of obtained sequences.
Main Results:
- Identification and complete coding genome sequencing of two distinct GII.8 sapovirus variants.
- Confirmation of novel genetic makeup for these Peruvian strains.
Conclusions:
- The findings highlight the genetic diversity of sapoviruses in Peru.
- Further surveillance is needed to understand the prevalence and impact of GII.8 sapoviruses.
