Molecular prevalence and subtype distribution of Blastocystis sp. in Asia and in Australia

J Water Health. 2021 Oct;19(5):687-704. doi: 10.2166/wh.2021.011.

Abstract

Blastocystis is a prevalent protozoan parasite reported in humans, animals, and environmental samples. Over the past decade, numerous studies have investigated the prevalence and subtype distribution of Blastocystis sp. alongside with its genetic and biochemical features. However, studies on subtype distribution of this protozoan in humans, animals, and environmental samples represent the potential transmission routes. In this review, we evaluated studies performed in Asian countries and in Australia to provide an overview of environmental factors on the prevalence and subtype distribution of Blastocystis sp. among humans, animals, and the environment.

Publication types

  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Animals
  • Asia / epidemiology
  • Australia / epidemiology
  • Blastocystis Infections* / epidemiology
  • Blastocystis* / genetics
  • DNA, Protozoan
  • Feces
  • Humans
  • Prevalence

Substances

  • DNA, Protozoan