Helical mycoplasmas (spiroplasmas) from Ixodes ticks

Science. 1981 May 29;212(4498):1043-5. doi: 10.1126/science.7233197.

Abstract

A new spiroplasma isolated from Ixodes pacificus collected in Oregon was serologically and morphologically distinct from known spiroplasmas. The new spiroplasma could also be isolated in tick cell cultures. Discovery of a new fastidious mycoplasma in ticks offers opportunities to explore the possible role of these agents in human and animal diseases.

MeSH terms

  • Animals
  • Humans
  • Mycoplasma / isolation & purification*
  • Mycoplasma / pathogenicity
  • Mycoplasma / ultrastructure
  • Ticks / microbiology*