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Nanobodies: A Promising Toolkit for Diagnostic Applications

SmartMat, Volume 7, Issue 3, June 2026.
This review focuses on camelid‐derived nanobodies (VHHs) and explains how their small size and high stability support robust diagnostic design. Applications across ELISA, lateral flow assays, and PET/SPECT imaging are summarized, along with clinical progress such as caplacizumab.
Wei Wu, Abid Ali, Li Sun, Jiahao Hu, Lina Hameed, Saba Shafi, Ali Raza, Khuzin Dinislam, Wenjing Xing, Long Rong, Jie Lin, Jian Ma   +11 more
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Species-Dependent Structural Variations in Single-Domain Antibodies

Antibodies
Background/Objectives: Single-domain antibodies (sdAbs) are derived from camelid heavy-chain antibodies (HCAb). Their small size, high stability, and ease of production, among other properties, makes them highly valuable in biomedical research and ...
Marta Baselga, Javier Sánchez-Prieto, Víctor Manuel Medina Pérez, Alberto J. Schuhmacher   +3 more
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Seroprevalence of Neospora caninum in Camelids of the New and Old World: A Global Systematic Review and Meta‐Analysis

Veterinary Medicine and Science, Volume 12, Issue 3, May 2026.
Based on the present systematic review and meta‑analysis, the pooled prevalence of N. caninum in camelids was 10% (95% CI: 7%–12%) with significant heterogeneity (I2 = 93.75%, p < 0.0001). The highest rate was detected in Old World camelids, 14% (95% CI: 10%–19%), indicating that this group is more susceptible to N. caninum exposure.
Nashmin Mohemmi, Seyed Ahmad Karamati, Ronak Miladi, Mohammad Taghi Khodayari, Helia Bashiri, Reza Faraji, Shahab Falahi, Somayeh Jalilian, Arezoo Bozorgomid, Yazdan Hamzavi   +9 more
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Molecular identification of Cryptosporidium spp. in alpacas (Vicugna pacos) in China

International Journal for Parasitology: Parasites and Wildlife, 2020
Cryptosporidium is a ubiquitous protozoan in human and animals. To investigate the genetic diversity of Cryptosporidium spp. in alpaca (Vicugna pacos) in China, 484 fecal samples from alpacas were collected at nine sites, and Cryptosporidium spp.
Qiyuan Zhang, Junqiang Li, Zhiguo Li, Chunyan Xu, Minyu Hou, Meng Qi   +5 more
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Vector‐borne diseases‐knowledge maps

EFSA Journal, Volume 24, Issue 5, May 2026.
Abstract This scientific report provides a structured overview of the main characteristics of 25 selected vector‐borne diseases (VBDs) of potential relevance for the EU, including 12 diseases listed under the Animal Health Law (AHL) and 13 non‐listed diseases.
European Food Safety Authority (EFSA), Sofie Dhollander, Ieva Baltusyte, Fabio Bigoni, Alessandro Broglia, Jordi Figuerola, Hans‐Hermann Thulke, Miguel Angel Chueca Miranda   +7 more
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First cross-sectional, molecular epidemiological survey of Cryptosporidium, Giardia and Enterocytozoon in alpaca (Vicugna pacos) in Australia

Parasites & Vectors, 2018
Background Eukaryotic pathogens, including Cryptosporidium, Giardia and Enterocytozoon, have been implicated in neonatal diarrhoea, leading to marked morbidity and mortality in the alpaca (Vicugna pacos) and llama (Lama glama) around the world. Australia
Anson V. Koehler, Mohammed H. Rashid, Yan Zhang, Jane L. Vaughan, Robin B. Gasser, Abdul Jabbar   +5 more
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Severe hyperglycaemia associated with prolonged isoflurane anaesthesia in an alpaca (Vicugna pacos)

Veterinary Record Case Reports, Volume 14, Issue 1, February 2026.
Abstract Alpacas possess distinct glucose and insulin regulatory mechanisms compared with other species, often maintaining higher baseline blood glucose as a normal physiological adaptation. Inhalant anaesthetic agents can further disrupt glucose, insulin and potassium homeostasis, particularly during prolonged procedures.
Andrea Basler, Kathlyn Noelle Kuek, Friederike Pohlin, Ivana Calice   +3 more
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Left displacement of the third gastric compartment in an alpaca: the first case report in China

BMC Veterinary Research, 2022
Background Left displacement of the third gastric compartment (LDC3) in alpacas is an extremely rare condition and has not been reported thus far. Therefore, we describe the clinical diagnosis and treatment of LDC3 in an alpaca.
Yuxi Song, Zheng Wang, Ran Li, Dandan Hao, Zhijie Wang, Cheng Xia, Yunlong Bai   +6 more
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Challenges and opportunities in mitigating sarcoptic mange in wild South American camelids

The Journal of Wildlife Management, Volume 90, Issue 1, January 2026.
Wild South American camelids—vicuña and guanaco—face threats from sarcoptic mange, a contagious skin disease linked to severe population declines. Despite its impact, major gaps remain in understanding disease dynamics. This review summarizes current knowledge, identifies key data and management gaps, and outlines urgent actions for effective ...
Alynn M. Martin, Emiliana Isasi‐Catalá, Marília Salgado‐Caxito, Ana Gallegos, Leonardo Hostos‐Olivera, Paulo Colchao‐Claux, Steve Smith, L. Fabian Beltran‐Saavedra, Catherine Dougnac, Camila Germana, Mariana Montoya, Scott Carver, Paul C. Cross, Christian Walzer   +13 more
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Bluetongue Virus Serotype 3 Follow‐Up of the 2024 Outbreak in Two Belgian Zoos

Transboundary and Emerging Diseases, Volume 2026, Issue 1, 2026.
In summer 2024, Western Europe experienced extensive outbreaks of bluetongue virus Serotype 3 (BTV‐3), a Culicoides‐borne orbivirus. Clinical disease was first detected in August 2024 in one of two Belgian zoos, predominantly affecting European bison (Bison bonasus) and American bison (Bison bison).
Jonas Spruyt, Laurens Van Mulders, Ilse De Leeuw, Nick De Regge, Barbara Beci, Francis Vercammen, Efstathios Giotis S.   +6 more
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