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Research Note: The structure and diversity of antibiotic resistance genes in animal house environment

Zhuo Chen1, Xiaojie Wan1, Cheng Lou1

  • 1Guangdong Provincial Key Laboratory of Animal Molecular Design and Precise Breeding, School of Life Science and Engineering, Foshan University, Foshan 528000, China.

Poultry Science
|June 18, 2024
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Antibiotic resistance genes (ARGs) are prevalent in chicken house air, posing a public health risk. Airborne ARGs in poultry environments can promote the spread of antibiotic-resistant bacteria.

Area of Science:

  • Environmental Science
  • Microbiology
  • Public Health

Background:

  • Antibiotic resistance is a growing global public health concern.
  • Indoor air in livestock facilities is a potential source of antibiotic resistance genes (ARGs).

Purpose of the Study:

  • To characterize microorganisms and ARGs in chicken house air particulate matter.
  • To investigate the abundance and potential impact of ARGs in poultry environments.

Main Methods:

  • Metagenomic analysis of air particulate matter from chicken houses.
  • Detection and quantification of ARGs and mobile genetic elements.
  • Correlation network analysis to understand ARG interactions.

Main Results:

  • 761 ARGs subtypes (e.g., aminoglycosides, tetracyclines, MLSB) were detected.
  • Four types of mobile genetic elements and pathogenic microorganisms were identified.
  • High abundance of ARGs in chicken coop air was observed, with correlations suggesting promotion of antibiotic-resistant bacteria.

Conclusions:

  • Chicken coop air harbors a significant diversity and abundance of ARGs.
  • Airborne ARGs may contribute to the emergence and spread of antibiotic-resistant bacteria.
  • Environmental monitoring of ARGs in livestock settings is crucial for public health protection.
Keywords:
aerosolantibiotic resistance genesmetagenomicspathogenpoultry house

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