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Behaviour and enzyme release by Anisakis sp. larvae (Nematoda: Ascaridida)

Published online by Cambridge University Press:  18 November 2009

Bernard E. Matthews
Bernard E. Matthews
Affiliation:
Department of Applied Zoology, University College of North Wales, Bangor, North Wales, UK
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Abstract

Anisakis sp. larvae when incubated in vitro produced secretions/excretions which released the dye from an azocoll substrate, indicating protease activity. The optimal conditions for enzyme release and activity were a temperature of 37°C and a pH of 7·5. In addition the larvae showed peak behavioural activity at 37°C, the body temperature of the final, marine mammalian host. The results are discussed in relation to their possible significance to the invasion of the various hosts in the life-cycle.

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Research Papers
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Journal of Helminthology , Volume 56 , Issue 3 , September 1982 , pp. 177 - 183
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Copyright © Cambridge University Press 1982

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